5.1 - Religion, Economy, and Contextual Factors
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Practice Questions
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Define hybrid settlements.
💡 Hint: Think about what 'hybrid' means.
What is the significance of monasteries in Tibetan culture?
💡 Hint: Consider their role in religion.
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What is a hybrid settlement?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when cultures combine.
True or False: Monasteries have significantly changed in form since Tibetan refugees settled in India.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of religion in shaping structures.
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Critically evaluate how the Tibetan community has preserved its cultural identity amidst significant economic transformation due to tourism.
💡 Hint: Think of specific examples of both preservation and adaptation.
Discuss how the geographical proximity of Tibetan settlements to similar ethnic groups influences their cultural retention and social dynamics.
💡 Hint: Consider examples from Ladakh and Bylakuppe.
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