Who coined the terms “great” and “little” traditions to describe the cultural practices of peasant societies?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Robert Redfield
The terms great and little traditions were coined by the sociologist Robert Redfield in the twentieth century to describe the cultural practices of peasant societies.
Note: A same/similar question was asked in CUET (UG) in the papers below.
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* A similar question.
NCERT: Themes in Indian History Part II — Chapter 6: Bhakti-Sufi Traditions (2026-27)
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