Global Sociological Review - GSR

Risk of Deprivation of Local Culture in Tourism Destination: A Case of Khaplu Valley


Abstract
Over the years, tourism has become an international business as well as a source of acculturation for tourist community and local population GB. Numerous social and cultural changes are reported harming the local and indigenous culture and specifically the local norms, values and traditions in unwanted manner. The research methodology was exploratory. Data was collected through survey method. There were 50 respondents, belonged from Balti community. Data was analyzed by using SPSS This research is a detailed case study of effects of national and international tourism on the local Balti culture that is entirely different the others in Gilgit Baltistan. The study explores the loss of cultural traits due to increased tourist activities. The tourism opportunities have opened access to outsiders as tourists while the impacts are seen as a threat to influence, rather change the local cultural traits.

Authors
1-Zareena Ashraf
MPhil Scholar, Department of Anthropology, Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.

Keywords
Social and Cultural Change, Identity Crisis, Tourism impacts. Indigenous Culture, Local Community

DOI Number
10.31703/gsr.2018(III-I).02

DOI Link
http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2018(III-I).02

Page Nos
10-17

Volume & Issue
III - I

Female Involvement in Cottage Industry and Rural Livelihood in Mianwali


Abstract
Background: Women play a significant role in the development of any country throughout the world by contributing in different socio-economic activities. In Pakitan, the cottage and household industries hold an important position in the rural areas. The study was conducted in two villages i.e. Mari city and Kalabagh of district Mianwali (Punjab). The study investigated that how are the women. involved in different household economic activities and its socio-economic impacts on the rural settings. The research methodology was descriptive. Primary data was collected from 36 respondents through the use of qualitative research methods. The tools, instruments and methods that are utilized during the research include questionnaires, observation of the participants., surveys, face to face interviews, case studies and exploring life history. Females can play a significant role in enhancing the socio-economic level of the household and enhance the overall economy of the country.

Authors
1-Hussain Ali Hashmi
MPhil Scholar, Department of Anthropology, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan.

2-Abid Ghafoor Chaudhry
Associate Professor, Department of Anthropology, (PMAS-AAUR) Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.

Keywords
Cottage Industry, Microeconomics, Female role in Economics, Socio-Economic Impacts

DOI Number
10.31703/gsr.2018(III-I).01

DOI Link
http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2018(III-I).01

Page Nos
1-9

Volume & Issue
III - I

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