The Challenges of Cultural Diversity
Himachal Pradesh Board · Class 12 · Sociology
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Cultural diversity refers to the existence of many different types of social groups and communities defined by cultural markers like language, religion, sect, race, or caste. It is considered a challe…
Define 'ascriptive identities' and explain their characteristics.
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Ascriptive identities are identities determined by birth and do not involve any choice on the part of individuals. Characteristics: 1) Based on birth and 'belonging' rather than qualifications or acco…
How does Max Weber define a 'state'?
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According to Max Weber, a state is 'a body that successfully claims a monopoly of legitimate force in a particular territory.' In its general sense, the term state refers to an abstract entity consist…
What is the relationship between nation and state in the modern era?
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In recent times, there has been a one-to-one bond between nation and state (one nation, one state; one state, one nation), forming the term 'nation-state'. Key points: 1) Democracy and nationalism hav…
Distinguish between 'assimilationist' and 'integrationist' policies.
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Assimilationist Policies: Aimed at persuading, encouraging, or forcing all citizens to adopt a uniform set of cultural values and norms, usually those of the dominant group. Non-dominant groups must g…
Describe India's cultural and religious diversity with specific statistics.
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India has a population of about 1.21 billion (Census 2011) speaking about 1,632 different languages and dialects, with 22 officially recognized under the 8th Schedule. Religious composition: Hindus 80…
What is a 'state-nation' and how does it differ from a nation-state?
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A 'state-nation' is an alternative to the nation-state where various 'nations' - ethnic, religious, linguistic, or indigenous identities - can co-exist peacefully and cooperatively in a single state p…
Explain the background and significance of the States Reorganisation Commission (SRC) of 1956.
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Background: After independence, India continued with British-era large provinces. Strong popular agitations demanded ethno-linguistic states. The death of Potti Sriramulu in 1953 after fasting for And…
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