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Definition
Indigenous and exogenous processes of socio-cultural change in Indian society
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Example / case study
Policies of China toward Uyghur Muslims. Innovation explains endogenous culture change; diffusion explains exogenous change.
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Definition
Claimed → even tribes are backward Hindus, included in caste.
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Example / case study
Lucia Michelutti (The Vernacularisation of Democracy, 2008) → Yadavs of UP link identity to Krishna descent. John Cort (Jains in the World, 2001) → Oswals consider themselves superior to other Jain castes (Shrimals, Porwals). Anuja Agrawal (Chaste Wives and Prostitute Sisters, 2008) → Bedia community narrates their Rajput origin despite prostitution as occupation. Badri Narayan (Fascinating Hindutva, 2009) → Pasi community of Bihar trace descent from Parashuram (pa+asi = grip + sword), reinterpret pig-rearing as heroic defense of women during Mughal invasions.
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Definition
Term by Prof. Shyamlal (field study in Rajasthan- 13 dists).
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Thinkers
Not only British impact – also Russia, China, global influences (e.g., Bhagat Singh inspired by socialism).
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Definition
Pioneer of village studies in India.
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Thinkers
Not only British impact – also Russia, China, global influences (e.g., Bhagat Singh inspired by socialism).
Short notes for this Anthropology syllabus heading.