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Akbar Ahmed, Re-tribalization in the 21st century, part 1
In an era of deep divisions, this two-part study in Anthropology Today co-authored by SIS Distinguished Professor Akbar Ahmed re-examines the concept of ‘tribalism’, challenging traditional views that oppose it to ‘civilization’. Part 1 lays the intellectual groundwork, exploring tribalism’s historical roots and complex relationship with modernity. Ahmed and his co-authors argue that tribalism is not a relic but a dynamic force intersecting with contemporary issues like state governance and globalization.
Part 1Â aims to provoke thought and sets the stage for a broader discussion in part 2 on identity and societal complexities. Prepare to have your assumptions about tribalism questioned.
Read the full article .