Regional Sociology

Indigenous Peoples of North America: Social Change and Challenges

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Native American Communities: Culture, Inequality and Resistance – A Sociological Perspective

Introduction The Indigenous peoples of North America—comprising Native American tribes in the United States, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit in Canada, and diverse groups across Alaska and Greenland—possess deep-rooted histories that long predate European colonization. Their societies were built upon intricate systems of kinship, governance, spirituality, and ecological balance. However, colonial encounters dramatically disrupted these … Read more

Education and Social Inequality in United States: A Sociological Perspective

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Education Reforms and Social Justice in U.S. Schools: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Education and Social Inequality in United States Education has long been celebrated as the cornerstone of democracy and the primary means of achieving upward social mobility in the United States. From the early ideals of the “American Dream” to modern discourses on equality of opportunity, education is often portrayed as the great equalizer. … Read more

Urban Sociology in North America: Cities, Suburbs and Inequality

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Urban Sociology in North America: Cities, Suburbs, and Inequality

Introduction Urban sociology, as a branch of sociology, examines the social structures, processes, and relationships that shape life in cities and metropolitan regions. In North America, urban sociology holds a unique place because cities such as New York, Toronto, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Mexico City have long been epicenters of industrial growth, migration, and cultural … Read more

North American Identity: Culture, Politics and Globalization

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Nation and State in Sociological Aspect

Introduction The concept of North American identity is an evolving and multifaceted construct shaped by complex interactions of culture, politics, economics, and globalization. Comprising primarily the United States, Canada, and Mexico, North America is a region where historical legacies, migration, colonialism, and global capitalism intersect to produce a dynamic social fabric. Sociologically, North American identity … Read more

Comparative Sociology of USA, Canada, and Mexico

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Introduction Comparative sociology seeks to analyze and understand similarities and differences among societies, focusing on social structures, institutions, cultures, and patterns of change. In the North American context, the United States, Canada, and Mexico present a fascinating case for sociological comparison. Despite sharing a continent and being economically linked through globalization and regional agreements like … Read more

Migration: Determinants and Consequences (A Sociological Perspective)

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Social Stratification and Inequality in Oceania: A Sociological Perspective

Migration — the movement of people from one place to another — is one of the most significant social phenomena shaping human civilization. It involves the relocation of individuals or groups from their native place to another region, country, or continent, either temporarily or permanently. From a sociological standpoint, migration is not merely a geographical … Read more

North American Sociology: History, Scope and Key Debates

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North American Identity: Culture, Politics and Globalization

Introduction North American sociology has emerged as one of the most dynamic and influential branches of sociological thought in the modern world. Rooted primarily in the United States and Canada, it reflects a rich interplay of European intellectual traditions and the unique social realities of the North American continent. From the industrialization and urbanization of … Read more

Family Values in Japan, South Korea and China: A Sociological Perspective

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Family Values in Japan, South Korea and China: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Family Values Family is one of the most enduring social institutions that shapes cultural identity, moral systems, and social behaviour. In East Asia, particularly in Japan, South Korea, and China, family values form the backbone of societal organization and individual conduct. Despite the pressures of globalization, modernization, and demographic changes, the traditional East … Read more

Social Movements and Youth in Central Asia: A Sociological Perspective

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Social Movements and Youth in Central Asia: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Social Movements and Youth Social movements have long been vehicles of collective action, allowing marginalized groups and disenfranchised populations to articulate grievances and challenge structures of power. In Central Asia, a region characterized by its unique post-Soviet transition, authoritarian governance, and hybrid socio-political structures, youth play an increasingly prominent role in shaping and … Read more

Geopolitics and Society: Russia vs China in Central Asia

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Introduction on Russia vs China in Central Asia Central Asia, a vast region comprising Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, occupies a crucial position in global geopolitics. Nestled between Russia, China, South Asia, and the Middle East, the region has historically been a crossroads of trade, culture, and imperial ambitions. Today, Central Asia finds itself … Read more