Sanskritization- Meaning, Definition, Characteristics and Effects
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# Meaning of Sanskritization The term Sanskritization was first introduced by M.N. Srinivas the famous Indian sociologist in his book “Religion and Society among the Coorgs of Southern India” to describe the culture mobility in the traditional caste structure of Indian society. In his study of the Coorgs in Karnataka region, he found that the lower castes have adapted the customs and values of the Brahmins in order to improve their position in the caste hierarchy. There are three basic elements in Sanskritization. They are: (a) Imitation :- The lower caste imitate the customs, value and behaviour patterns of the upper castes. (b) Closeness :- The lower caste through Sanskritization come nearer to the upper castes. There is much change in social relations among various castes. (c) Social mobilities :- Generally, Sanskritization helps the lower castes to move up in the social ladder. They share the status of the upper castes. # Definition of Sanskritization According to Srinivas :-