Santhali Traditional Social Institution in the Context of Globalization

Chandra Shekhar Dubey

doi:https://doi.org/10.63942/brjssh.v5.i6.p39.59181

Santhali Traditional Social Institution in the Context of Globalization

Chandra Shekhar Dubey

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Abstract

This paper offers a critical analysis of Santhali traditional institutions in the context of globalization, focusing on the transformations affecting family structures, marriage customs, gender roles and perceptions of sexuality. It examines how global socio-economic forces, formal education, digital media, and changing political and legal frameworks have influenced the Santhal community’s cultural values and social organization. The study highlights the implication of migration and urbanization on religious practices and communal institutions, drawing on field based case studies to illustrate how specific Santhali villages and communities are negotiating are negotiating the pressures of globalization while striving to preserve their cultural identity. Particular attention has been given to the role of traditions and folklore in maintaining social cohesion and cultural continuity. The analysis interrogates the tensions between cultural preservation and commercialization, and explores the religious socio-economic transformations occurring within the community. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research and policy initiatives aimed at supporting cultural resilience and sustainable adaptation among Santhals in a rapidly globalizing world.

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Dubey, C. S. (2025-08-15). Santhali Traditional Social Institution in the Context of Globalization. Boston Research Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities, 5(6), 39-46.

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