Aziz, Izzati 2021. Rethinking modernity: The construction of modern Malaysian society. JOMEC Journal (16) , pp. 76-99. 10.18573/jomec.211 |
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Abstract
This article explores the concept of 'modernity' that is often associated with the West. Using Malaysia's modernisation project as a case study, it offers insight into Malaysian modernity in the post-Mahathir era. Apart from dealing with the question of what version of modernity the Malaysian government intends to achieve, this article also highlights issues of Malaysian identity, Asian values, multiculturalism and religion. It places Malaysia in the discourse of modernity and argues that being 'modern' does not necessarily mean being 'Western'.
Item Type: | Article |
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Date Type: | Publication |
Status: | Published |
Schools: | Journalism, Media and Culture |
Subjects: | B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc D History General and Old World > DS Asia H Social Sciences > HM Sociology |
Publisher: | Cardiff University Press |
ISSN: | 2049-2340 |
Date of First Compliant Deposit: | 9 June 2021 |
Date of Acceptance: | 15 May 2021 |
Last Modified: | 02 May 2023 11:19 |
URI: | https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/141813 |
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