Question

Which of the following statement is incorrect with regard to westernisation?

• A. The changes brought about in Indian society and culture as a result of long British rule.
• B. It includes the changes in technology, institutions, ideology and values.
• C. It includes the imitation of external forms of culture.
• D. It necessarily means that people adopt modern values of democracy and equality.

Hint:

When studying cultural processes like westernisation, remember that it involves adopting external cultural traits but does not automatically mean the acceptance of specific political or social values.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Westernisation refers to the adoption of Western ideas, values, and culture, often as a result of colonial influence. While it involves changes in technology, institutions, and ideology (options 1, 2, and 3), it does not necessarily imply that people will adopt modern values of democracy and equality (option 4). Democracy and equality are values that might be influenced by Westernisation, but they are not an inherent or automatic outcome of the process.