Social Change and the Validity of Regional Stereotypes in East Pakistan
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TL;DR
Using survey interview data on ethnic groups under the impact of social change, an attempt is made to validate two popular stereotypes, to learn where and why they fall short of accuracy, and to use the stereotypes as a heuristic device for gaining insight into changes in ethnic character.
Abstract
This investigation combines two approaches usually pursued separately: the study of stereotypes and the study of national character. Using survey interview data on ethnic groups under the impact of social change, an attempt is made to validate two popular stereotypes, to learn where and why they fall short of accuracy, and to use the stereotypes as a heuristic device for gaining insight into changes in ethnic character.