theory of nationalism theory of ethnicity theoretical synthesis nationalism ethnicity
How to Cite
Statkus, N. (1998) “Are there Possibilities for Synthesis of Theories of Nationalism and Ethnicity”, Sociologija. Mintis ir veiksmas, 2(2), pp. 178–194. doi:10.15388/SocMintVei.1998.2.6767.
Are there Possibilities for Synthesis of Theories of Nationalism and Ethnicity
Abstract
The aim of the article is twofold. First, it aims at an overview and a critical evaluation of the main theories of ethnicity and nationalism. Second, it attempts to define the possibilities of their synthesis. The author argues for an understanding of ethnicity as a complex phenomena, whose explanation is connected with a interaction of genetic, psychological, social and cultural factors. Nationalism is defined as political ideology which develops as a result of the processes of modernization and holds an idea of political soveireignity of ethnic groups.