Question

Why are most Asian cultures characterized as collectivistic?

• A. The boundary between self and others is relatively fixed.
• B. The boundary between self and others is shifting, thus at times fusing with the cosmos and at other times fully withdrawn.
• C. Clear dichotomies between man and nature.
• D. The self and the group exist as two different entities remaining at a distance.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Most Asian cultures are considered collectivistic because they emphasize the importance of the group over the individual. In these cultures, the self is often viewed as interconnected with others, allowing for varying degrees of fusion with the community and a recognition of interconnectedness, contrasting with individualistic cultures where the self is seen as a distinct entity.