The Role of Rituals in Identity Formation and Cultural Memory

This examination addresses the interplay between cultural rituals and identity formation. Students will explore how rituals contribute to the construction and reinforcement of cultural memory within communities.

Rituals serve as powerful tools for expressing and negotiating cultural identities. Understanding this relationship is essential for comprehending broader implications in contexts such as migration, globalization, and cultural preservation.

The examination will assess students' abilities to articulate theories and case examples that link rituals to identity and memory constructs. Students should be prepared to discuss how these concepts manifest in different cultural settings.

Candidates must illustrate connections between specific rituals and their impact on individual and collective identities, thereby demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the subject.