"The Temporary Megacity: Lessons from the Kumbh Mela on Faith, Society, and Urbanization" Through A Sociological Lense pan Dr. Surender Kumar
Caractéristiques
- "The Temporary Megacity: Lessons from the Kumbh Mela on Faith, Society, and Urbanization" Through A Sociological Lense
- Dr. Surender Kumar
- Format: Pdf, ePub, MOBI, FB2
- ISBN: 9798230631231
- Editeur: Independently Published
- Date de parution: 2025
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Overview
The Kumbh Mela, the world's largest and most transient gathering, transforms humble riverbanks into a bustling, temporary megacity. Drawing millions of pilgrims from across the globe, this extraordinary event is a microcosm of faith, society, and human organization. But beyond its spiritual grandeur lies a sociological marvel: how do millions coexist, interact, and sustain themselves in a city that emerges and dissolves in a matter of weeks? In The Temporary Megacity: Lessons from the Kumbh Mela on Faith, Society, and Urbanization Through a Sociological Lens, this book unpacks the profound lessons the Kumbh Mela offers about human behavior, collective faith, and the challenges of modern urbanization.
It explores how faith-driven societies create order amidst chaos, manage resources, and foster community cohesion in a temporary urban setting. Through rich sociological insights, historical analysis, and field studies, the book delves into themes such as cultural identity, social stratification, infrastructure challenges, and environmental sustainability. It highlights the event's relevance in addressing contemporary urban challenges, offering inspiration for city planning, resource management, and the preservation of cultural heritage in rapidly growing cities worldwide.
Key Themes Explored:The sociological foundations of the Kumbh Mela: faith, community, and ritual. Temporary urbanization: planning, infrastructure, and governance of the megacity. Social dynamics: caste, class, and the collective ethos of harmony. Lessons for urbanization in the face of globalization and climate change. Blending sociology, anthropology, and environmental studies, The Temporary Megacity is both an academic inquiry and a thought-provoking narrative.
It offers valuable insights for sociologists, urban planners, policymakers, and anyone intrigued by the interplay of faith, society, and urban life. Discover how one of humanity's oldest traditions holds the blueprint for navigating the complexities of modern urbanization and sustaining cultural identity in an ever-changing world.
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