Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Globalisation and Social Change

Question:

Various Hollywood movies are released in Indian languages along with English on the same day. This phenomenon can be described as_______________.

Options:

Localization

Glocalization

Globalization

Homogenization

Correct Answer:

Glocalization

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Glocalization

The change described, where Hollywood movies are released in Indian languages along with English on the same day, reflects the concept of glocalization. Glocalization refers to the adaptation of global products or services to suit local preferences or cultural contexts. In this case, Hollywood movies, which are global products, are localized by providing them in Indian languages to cater to the local audience's preferences and increase accessibility.