Asia

Post-Soviet Transition in Central Asia: A Sociological Perspective

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Post-Soviet Transition in Central Asia: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction The collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 was one of the most significant geopolitical and social transformations of the 20th century. Among the fifteen newly independent states that emerged from this dissolution, the five Central Asian republics—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan—underwent an especially complex post-Soviet transition. Their shift from being peripheral regions … Read more

Youth Aspirations in South Asia — A Sociological Reading

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Reflexive Modernization (Beck, Giddens) in Sociological Aspect

Youth in South Asia live at a complicated intersection: rapid social change, uneven economic growth, expanding education systems, and longstanding hierarchies of class, caste, gender and place. Their aspirations — what young people hope for, imagine as possible, and plan toward — are culturally shaped, historically situated, and structurally constrained. Understanding Youth aspirations sociologically reveals … Read more

Education and Social Mobility in South Asia: A Sociological Crucible

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Education and Social Mobility in South Asia: A Sociological Crucible

Introduction on Education and Social Mobility Education is universally heralded as the great equalizer, the most potent vehicle for social mobility, capable of lifting individuals from the confines of their birth and granting them access to better opportunities. In the diverse and densely populated region of South Asia—encompassing Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka—this … Read more

Gender and Regional Inequality in Asia: A Sociological Perspective

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Gender and Regional Inequality in Asia

Introduction on Gender and Regional Inequality in Asia Asia, the world’s most populous continent, exhibits vast economic, cultural, and social diversity. However, this diversity is accompanied by deep-rooted inequalities, particularly along gender and regional lines. Gender inequality persists in various forms, including disparities in education, employment, political representation, and access to healthcare. Meanwhile, regional inequalities—between … Read more

Migration Theories and Their Application in Asia: A Sociological Perspective

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Globalization and Migration: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Migration Theories and Their Application in Asia Migration is a complex social phenomenon that has shaped human societies throughout history. In Asia, migration patterns are influenced by economic, political, cultural, and environmental factors. Sociological theories of migration provide frameworks for understanding why people move, how migration affects societies, and the implications for both … Read more

Urban Sociology in Asia: A Regional Overview

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Village and City in India: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Urban Sociology in Asia Urban sociology examines the social structures, processes, and transformations within cities. Asia, as the most populous and rapidly urbanizing continent, presents a unique case study for urban sociologists. The region’s urbanization is marked by diversity—ranging from the hyper-modern cities of Japan and South Korea to the sprawling megacities of … Read more