Proposal Ramengmawii1
Proposal Ramengmawii1
Proposal Ramengmawii1
Submitted by
Name: Ramengmawii
Mizoram University
Department of Sociology
Tanhril, Mizoram
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INTRODUCTION AND PROPOSAL
INTRODUCTION
The term "religion" comes from the Latin religio (respect for what is sacred)
and religare (to bind, in the sense of an obligation). It describes various systems
societies across the world, leaders have used religious narratives, symbols, and
universe. The term "religion" implies different meanings and practises for
different people. These implications can be quite contrasting for people who
hold different views and beliefs. There are three basic features in every religion
that hold the functioning of the belief system together. The first is the belief in
the existence of supernatural beings. The second is the desire to worship the
powerful supernatural beings. And the third is the expectation of blessings and
Religion can have a significant impact on the way a person lives and
experiences life. A person who is religious may find a number of areas in life to
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individuals may experience persecution or discrimination as a result of their
belief system. Others might have certain beliefs imposed upon them by family,
friends, or intimate partners. Some may find it easier for some to cope with
challenges in life and practise compassion toward others. According to the latest
census, 87% of the people in Mizoram belong to the Christian religion. So the
Mizoram is a highly religious state. People keep religion and its values first and
foremost, above everything else. There are a number of studies about Mizoram
and how people profess their beliefs which are associated with economics,
politics, education, celebrations, and health. But there was only an ample study
understand how religions propagate both in the cities and rural areas in
responsibility and limited time and space. Due to modern lifestyles and work
cultures in urban areas, people adopt new lifestyles and new ways to approach
religious beliefs and ethics, while rural dwellers may stick to the old system of
beliefs and practices. This area needs more clarification and studies in order to
between the new generation and the old generation in terms of religious ethics,
rituals, and practices. The younger generations are considered to be more liberal
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and open in terms of religion, while the older generations are likely to be more
closed and bigoted in religious matters. Religion has all of these benefits, but,
according to conflict theory, it can also reinforce and promote social inequality
and social conflict. This view is partly inspired by the work of Karl Marx, who
said that religion was the "opiate of the masses" (Marx, 1964). So it is important
to have wider studies of religion's impact amongst the different age groups in
Mizoram.
Like any other social class, there are differences in perceptions and practises of
religions in Mizoram. The higher classes or the wealthier classes may have a
Chawngliana, Kenneth (1978) stated that a new elite group was created in
first Christian missionaries, who had become teachers, pastors, and government
officials. It is now essential to study how religion impacts both the elite class
to the majority in Mizoram, there has been a lack of research in the field of
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RATIONALE FOR THE TOPIC
Religion plays a very important role in every aspect of human life, irrespective
of place and culture. Religion remains the most important element in the
human life in different ways and influenced people towards doing various
very significant part of human life and influences our lives in one way or
another. Religion has both a cultural as well as a moral impact on our lives.
Most people would find it very tough to live without religion or spirituality. On
the other hand, there are people who find it hard to follow because of the
Daman Singh writes in The Last Frontier: People and Forests in Mizoram,
"Social and cultural change in Mizoram has proceeded at a tremendous pace. Its
people entered the twentieth century as little-known but feared tribes: animists
ruled by sacrifice and superstition; and hill wanderers with no permanent home,
plough, script, or currency. Nearly a century later, 46% of the population lives
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in urban areas, 83% are Christians, and the state has an impressive literacy rate
Religion, like any other, has its pros and cons. In many parts of the world
religion is filling people with fear, fear of hell. Due to this, people can develop
mental problems and insecurities. It can also lead to confusion about death and
the afterlife. So this study is to understand the benefits and disadvantages that
Religion forms a moral foundation for billions of people throughout the world.
Religion influences morals and values through multiple pathways. It shapes the
way people think about and respond to the world and provides a web of social
them and drawing them out of their "state of moral isolation". Émile Durkheim
important to understand and be able to answer the spiritual, moral, social, and
When one is engaged in a religion and devotes his time to certain activities, it is
for sure that there are challenges posed by religions. Every religion has its own
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rules and regulations that a follower must abide by. These challenges can
sometimes lead to wrongdoings and practices, while at other times they can lead
prevails and most Christians are governed by the rules and regulations scripted
in the bible. The Bible's suggestions for living and thinking can have an impact
understand and consider the challenges posed by religious beliefs and values.
A person’s belief system can change one’s way of living and behaving. Millions
out. For instance, a drunkard who had a spiritual revival may refrain from
and mental health. So the task of this study includes understanding and
exploring what people believe and what difference this makes to how they live.
DESCRIPTION OF MIZORAM
and is bounded by Myanmar (Burma) to the east and south, Bangladesh to the
west, and the states of Tripura to the northwest, Assam to the north, and
Manipur to the northeast. The capital is Aizawl, in the north-central part of the
state.
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Figure No.1: Map of Mizoram
Mizoram ("Land of the Mizos") was known as the Lushai Hills District of
Assam before it was renamed the Mizo Hills District in 1954. In 1972, it
and in 1987 it achieved statehood. The land area is 8,139 square miles (21,081
square kilometers). The Mizo Hills form part of the Rakhine (Arakan)
sandstone, limestone, and shale—all Cenozoic rocks between 2.6 and 65 million
years old. The ridges, separated by narrow river valleys, rise to about 7,000 feet
(2,100 metres). In the south, the Kaladan (Chhimtuipui) River and its tributaries
flow southward into Myanmar, while the Dhaleswari (Tlawng) and Sonai
(Tuirail) rivers flow north into Assam. km). Pop. (2011) 1,091,014.
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Christian missionaries began to work in the Mizo Hills area in the late 19th
and ’30s. Buddhists form the largest religious minority in Mizoram, followed by
Hindus and Muslims; there are also tiny groups of Sikhs and Jains.
official category embracing indigenous groups that fall outside the predominant
Indian social hierarchy). These groups are loosely called Mizo, a local term
meaning "highlanders." Among the most prominent of the Mizo peoples are the
Kuki, Pawi, and Lakher. Most of the Mizo are Tibeto-Burman people, speaking
state, however, the Chakma, speaks an Indo-Aryan language. Mizo and English
are the principal and official languages. Having no script of its own, Mizo uses
Mizoram is one of the most sparsely populated states in India. The population
in humidity and temperature that renders the area less desirable for habitation.
Aizawl is the state’s only major city; large towns include Lunglei, in the eastern
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OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY:
METHODOLOGY
Mixed Methodology
This study cannot be completed with only one method; it requires a mix of
qualitative and quantitative methods in the same study. Mixed methods research
has developed rapidly in the last few years, emerging as a research methodology
some fields such as education, health sciences, psychology, and sociology. The
overall purpose and central premise of mixed methods studies is that the use of
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quantitative and qualitative approaches in combination provides a better
There have been a number of studies about religion and its different fields so
primary data are available for this context. This study will also rely upon the
as the best type of data in research. The sources of primary data are usually
particular research. Also, before choosing a data collection source, things like
Secondary data is the data that has already been collected through primary
sources and made readily available for researchers to use for their own research.
It is a type of data that has already been collected in the past. A researcher may
have collected the data for a particular project and then made it available to be
used by another researcher. The data may also have been collected for general
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use with no specific research purpose, as in the case of the national census. Data
other research. This is the case when data is reused, making it primary data for
the initial research and secondary data for any subsequent research it is used for.
Interview
order to collect data. Interviews involve two or more people, one of whom is the
interviewer, asking the questions. There are several types of interviews, often
between. Interviews are commonly used in market research, social science, and
ethnographic research.
Survey
Survey data is defined as the resultant data that is collected from a sample of
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gathered from a target audience about a specific topic to conduct research.
There are many methods used for survey data collection and statistical analysis.
Various media are used to collect feedback and opinions from the desired
multiple sources to gather data, such as online surveys, telephonic surveys, face-
to-face surveys, etc. The medium of collecting survey data decides the sample
of people that are to be reached out to, to reach the requisite number of survey
responses. The factors of collecting survey data, such as how the interviewer
data.
The methods used to collect survey data have evolved with the change in
email surveys, the world of survey data collection has changed with time. Each
survey data collection method has its pros and cons, and every researcher has a
The survey response rates for each of these data collection methods will differ
as their reach and impact are always different. Different ways are chosen
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SUMMARY
The Mizos are adherent followers of the Christian religion. It is true that
religion shapes the life of a person. It changes the way a person thinks, behaves,
and responds to every situation. The most important things in life are how we
process in society, and just like that, changes occur in religion as a new
generation emerges. There are religious constraints which bind the new
generation of followers but not the older age group. It is crucial to study the
benefits and disadvantages of religion in modern Mizo society, where new ideas
and perspectives hold sway. This study will contribute to new knowledge of
how religions influence the different age groups in Mizoram. It aimed to fill the
gap left by the previous research findings in the field of religion in relation to
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