Folklore, Folk Studies, and Communal Harmony

A Multifaceted Exploration

Authors

  • Nilendu Chatterjee

Keywords:

Challenges, Limitations, Social Harmony, Cultural Narratives

Abstract

 This research paper explores the intricate relationship between folklore, folk studies, and communal harmony. It examines how folklore, as a repository of shared cultural narratives, traditions, and beliefs, contributes to the formation and maintenance of social cohesion. Furthermore, it analyzes the role of folk studies in understanding and interpreting these narratives, highlighting their potential for fostering intercultural dialogue and promoting social harmony. The paper also addresses challenges and complexities, including the potential for folklore to reinforce social inequalities or divisions, and the limitations of folk studies in addressing contemporary societal issues. Finally, it proposes strategies for leveraging the power of folklore and folk studies to build stronger, more inclusive communities.

 

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30-07-2025

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Chatterjee, N. (2025). Folklore, Folk Studies, and Communal Harmony: A Multifaceted Exploration. Journal of Cultural Research Studies, 4(1), 54–67. Retrieved from https://culturalstudies.in/journal/index.php/JCRS/article/view/89

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Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025)

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