Transgenerational political socialization through symbolic capital: A Bourdieuian Analysis of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's 7th March Speech

Abid Hasan Sijan 1, Mohammad Rahmatullah 2, * and Mohammad Jashim Uddin 3

1 B.A. Hons. Student In English Language and Literature, Northern University Bangladesh.
2 Senior Lecturer, Department of English Language and Literature, Northern University Bangladesh.
3 Associate Professor, Department of English Language and Literature, Northern University Bangladesh
 
Research Article
International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 12(02), 428–434.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.12.2.1241
Publication history: 
Received on 29 May 2024; revised on 07 July 2024; accepted on 09 July 2024
 
Abstract: 
This article rigorously examines the transgenerational impact of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's seminal 7th March speech through the lens of Pierre Bourdieu's theory of cultural Reproduction. Delivered in 1971, this speech catalyzed the Bengali independence movement and continues to shape political socialization in Bangladesh. By dissecting the speech as a potent form of cultural capital, this study elucidates its role in forming collective habitus and exerting symbolic power across generations. The analysis underscores the speech's enduring influence on national identity, civic engagement, and political discourse. The findings reveal significant practical and societal implications, suggesting the integration of this historical narrative into educational curricula and community initiatives to foster cohesive political consciousness.
 
Keywords: 
Cultural Capital; Habitus; Symbolic Power; Transgenerational Influence; Political Socialization; Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
 
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