Postcolonial Theory/Approach Flashcards
What is postcolonial theory?
A critical framework analyzing the lasting effects of colonialism on societies and cultures.
How does postcolonial theory critique colonial legacies?
By examining how economies, politics, and cultures remain influenced by colonial structures.
What is cultural hybridity in postcolonial theory?
The blending of indigenous and colonial influences in language, literature, and traditions.
How does postcolonial theory analyze representation?
It critiques how Western knowledge constructs stereotypes of colonized peoples.
What is the role of resistance in postcolonial theory?
It challenges ongoing neo-colonial dominance in global politics and culture.
When does the postcolonial era begin?
Some say with independence, others argue colonial structures persist in new forms.
How does postcolonial theory interact with literature?
It examines how literature portrays colonial subjects and resists imperial narratives.
What is the relationship between postcolonialism and globalization?
It critiques how global economic systems maintain colonial inequalities.
What does postcolonial theory say about identity?
It views identity as shaped by colonial histories and power relations.
How do postcolonial scholars view history?
They challenge Eurocentric narratives and recover indigenous perspectives.
