Mention various levels at which changes occurred due to Westernisation.
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“I have used the term “westernisation” to characterize the changes brought about in the Indian society and culture as a result of over 150 years of British rule”. Westernisation occurs at different levels: in the levels of technology, institution, ideology and values. The term ‘westernisation’ is ethically neutral. So, it does not carry the value of good or bad.
FEW CHANGES OCCUR DURING WESTERNISATION ARE .
1. It is inclusive as it can accommodate various outside elements.
2. It is complex as it includes many aspects such as behaviours aspect, knowledge aspect etc.
3. It is many layered for it occurs in many levels.
4. Emphasis is given more on humanitarianism and rationalism.
5. Westernisation primarily focuses on cultural changes.
6. Westernisation results in the introduction of new institutions and brings changes in the old institutions.