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Chapter #1
(1.1)INTRODUCTION
A Culture is a composite of the enduring behaviors, ideas and attitude and trad tradit itio ions ns shar shared ed by a larg largee grou group p of peop people le and and tran transm smit itte ted d from from one one generation to next.
Attitude is a hypothetical construct that represents individuals like or dislike for an item. All are positive, negative or neutral views of an “attitude object” that is a person behavior or event. People can also be “Ambivalent” towards a targ target et poss posses esss a posi positi tive ve and and nega negati tive ve bias bias towa toward rdss the the atti attitu tude de in questions.
Every generation has its middle class majority and norms which are decided by those eras’ standa standards rds of behaviors behaviors and thoughts. thoughts. Every group receives receives a name whether it is a club or organization plants, animals, or people.
No matter what it is it will receives a level so label so that it can be referred easily. The values of past generation have been very self centered. Young generation believes in equal rights for all strong connections with family and friends. Young generation is so materialistic that the older generation sees them as “Floozies with credit cards.”
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The youth today are definitely not giving respect and regards to the aged generation for reasons that ours circumstantial and particularly of fast moves forwards of the world which is more drifting towards materialism and less in spirituality. There is no dynamic, truthful and leadership that can inspire these frustrated, visionless, jobless, desperate youths who are surely on a cross road.
Generally, no elders will think that for children. The good qualities are inherited from the elders. It’s true that world is changing and new ideas are emerging. This cannot frighten anyone. However, it creates some anxiety among elders who treasures high values which they have inherited. inherited. It’s also a fact that elders feel insecure insecure as they are offended that that chil childr dren en may may not not take take care care of them them duri during ng old old age. age. This This can can be ascertained from the fact many old age homes are functioning in our country. The present day youngsters will also become older on day which should be kept in mind. One should lead only an interesting by also a meaningful life.
Any individual when young is hot blooded. The young have agitated mind. In such a condition they cannot take right decisions and pass the blame on the elders for their failures. If one has been honest in life, the most observed discipline and have good chapter. One fails to understand how and why respecting older is going to cause defensive and aggressive teaching among the youth. As long as one depends on elder, due respect must be given.
The The yout youth h must must real realiz izee when when they they have have the the righ rightt to figh fightt for for thei their r individuality that also the duty to answer society collectively. collectively.
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There is no doubt that the young generation is getting more and more aggressive, frustrated, ignorant and intolerant day by day. Various reasons can be attributed to this phenomenon. First of all, in a highly competitive world, survival of the fittest syndrome is working now. The norms that are being set to measure the standard of fitness itself are questionable courtesy. The reservation policy that has virtually divided and distributed every bond that kept our society as one in olden days.
Those who care and value their parents must be highlighted in the society so that they become an example to others also. For if persons respects and take care of their parents they will surely do some in the society. society.
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Chapter #2 (2.1)LITERATURE REVIEW A generation gap is a popular term used to describe big differences between people of a younger generation and their elders. This can be defined as occurring “when older and younger people do not understand each other because of their different experiences, opinions, habits and behavior.” [1] The term first came into prominence in Western countries during the 1960s 1960s,, and described the cultural differences between the Baby Boomers and their parents. Although some generational differences have existed throughout history, history, during this era differences between the two generations grew significantly in comparison to previous times, particularly with respect to such matters as musical tastes, fashion fashion,, drug use, use,culture and politics and politics.. This may have been magnified by the unprecedented size of the young Baby Boomer generation, which gave it unprecedented power, influence, and willingness to rebel against societal norms. (http//:wikipedia.com) (http//:wikipedia.com) According to Meera “The generation gap is the constant struggle of the parents to prevent their kids from doing things that their own experiences and wisdom tell them is going to harm their kids. The kids on the other hand try constantly to prove to the parents that they are equipped to take control of their lives. Neither is wrong – they are both right in their own premise. The parents blinded by their love for the kids would rather have their own experiences replace the expe experi rien ences ces of thei theirr kids kids.. Wher Wherea eas, s, the the kids kids are are conv convin ince ced d that that thei their r
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decisions are right and are based on current situations that the parents may not necessarily be aware of.” (Chaudary.M, 1999)
According to Ahsan Kiani “Inevi “Inevitab tably ly age-ve age-versus rsus-yo -youth uth confli conflict ct betwee between n autho authorit rity y and rebell rebellion ion,, between experience and naivety, between limits and exuberance, between responsibility and freedom, is too simplistic. There are certain biological determinants which ensure that, when we are young, we have more physical energy; and psychologically we may have less containment and less rigidity when it comes to expressing ourselves, because the ego has not yet become “set” “set” in its its habi habitt patt patter erns ns and and defe defenc nces es.. Repe Repeat ated ed conf confro ront ntat atio ions ns with with worldly limits may also sometimes, although not always, play their part in making us less inclined to take risks when we are older. The archetypal polarity of the senex and the puer aeternus reflects this inherent life process. But beyond these very general factors, the picture is more complicated than it might seem. Not only individuals may break the mould, but also entire generation groups. The face of the senex may reveal itself in the young, the face of the pure in the old.” (Kiani.A, 2000) “It is common for certain differences in viewpoint and opinion between par paren ents ts and and chil childr dren en to be brou brough ghtt abou aboutt by age age and and the the dif differe ferent nt envi enviro ronm nmen ents ts in whic which h each each gene genera rati tion on has has grown rown up. up. The The youn younge ger r generation may not have the same experiences and feelings their parents have. Therefore, understanding and empathizing with parents is essential to understanding and resolving the conflicts. Communication is essential and
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promotes understanding between generations so they can become aware of the nature and source of their cultural difficulties.” (Azimi.A, 1998)
According Rohit Shahakar “when older and younger people do not understand each other because of their different experiences, opinions, habits and behavior”. So ultimately what comes out is a series of clashes running haywire all across the world.” “This gap started widening more & more & finally in 1990s, there was another big hit. The introduction of Mobile phones & pagers, TV games, Computers, etc. caused a drastic change in the lifestyle of people. The rise in economy led to more n more buyers of automobiles, gizmos. There began enormous spending on fast food restaurants, entertainment (movies, malls) and other media. Today, as we can see, the youth is totally dependent on these technologies. The elders however prefer the older ways of working. Though any of them have adapted to the new winds, there are many who still sail their own way. The elders detest the modern ways of partying, youth getting addicted to alcohol, cigarettes, drugs, etc. The youth, on the other hand, are fed up with the regular criticism of the elders. The youth prefer the fast & happening happening life, whereas the elders elders prefer prefer the good old hard-worki hard-working ng & stable life.” (Shahakar. (Shahakar. R, 2008)
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(2.2) Problem Statement
There is a generation gap between young and their elders. This survey is on the attitude of young towards their elders.
(2.3) Hypothesis Young people have negative attitude towards their elder.
oung people people have have positi positive ve attitu attitude de toward towardss their their Null hypothesi hypothesis: s: Young elders.
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Chapter #3 Operational definitions Elders
Men and women of 40-60 years are considered as elders, for this particular survey. Young
Boys and girls of age between 15-27 are considered as the representative of young generation for the survey. Attitude Positive attitude
In this survey the term positive attitude reflects the love and care of elders towards their youngsters and, respect and obedience of young ones towards their elders. Negative attitude
Here the negative attitude will reflect rigidity and strict behavior of elder. However the ill mannered, overconfident behavior and sense of rejection towards elders will be taken as negative attitude of the youngsters.
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Chapter # 4
METHODOLOGY
Sampling Technique:
The The samp sample le is sele select cted ed thro throug ugh h conv conven enie ient nt samp sampli ling ng tech techni niqu que. e. The The info inform rmat atio ion n is coll collec ecte ted d from from memb member erss of the the popu popula lati tion on who who are are convenien conveniently tly available available to provide it. This is provided provided the basic information information quickly and efficiently.
Research Tools: Sample Size
Samp Sample le size size for for this this rese resear arch ch cons consis ists ts of 25 user users, s, to have have a bett better er representation of the population. Data collection Research tool:
Quantitative data in the form of questionnaire is used, which is making f illed from from publ public ic of Rawa Rawalp lpin indi di.. The The ques questi tion onna nair iree is clos closed ed ende ended d and and the the scheme scheme was follow followed ed as strong strongly ly agree, agree, agree, agree, undeci undecided ded,, disagr disagree ee and strongly disagree.
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Chapter# 5 (5.1)RESULTS: RESULTS OF BOYS TOTAL NO OF PARTCIPANTS Total no of ( ) responses Total no of ( ) responses
25 17/25*100=68% 8/25*100=32%
RESULTS OF GIRLS TOTAL NO OF PATICIPENTS Total no of ( ) responses Total no of ( ) responses
25 19/25*100=76% 6/25*100=24%
After After tabula tabulatio tion n and calcul calculati ation on of data, data, overal overalll result resultss show show a positi positive ve attitude with the percentage of 72%. Our null hypothesis that “attitude of young generat generation ion towards towards elders elders is positive”. positive”. So the results results of our study significantly shows that the young girls have more positive attitude towards their elders and it is obvious from the percentage of their responses that is 76%, whereas young buys also show positive attitude but a little less as compare with the girls and their percentage is 68%.
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(5.2)GRAPHS The Idea behind the elders strict behavior is to benefit young generation? Strongly Agree
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Unanimous World World of Blues “The Generation Gap” Elders always promote and inculcate their cultural values, trends in the young generations? Strongly Agree
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Elders are a source of identity and belongingness for their young generation?
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Elders are role model for their young generation? Strongly Agree
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Young generation respect younger opinion? Strongly Agree
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Unanimous World World of Blues “The Generation Gap” Young generation give refrence to elders experience over their observation?
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Unanimous World World of Blues “The Generation Gap” Appreciation given by older generation to the young generation can help in building up their confidence? Strongly Agree
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Elders not only help young ones but also try to solve their problems? Strongly Agree
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Unanimous World World of Blues “The Generation Gap” Sharing ideas with the older generation help them to understand present situation? Strongly Agree
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Young generation thinks that they are more intelligent than their elders? Strongly Agree
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Unanimous World World of Blues “The Generation Gap” Some times young's behavior not respectfull to their elders? Strongly Agree
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Young generation is over-confident and ill-mannered? Strongly Agree
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Unanimous World World of Blues “The Generation Gap” Young generation consider elder's ideas out-dated? Strongly Agree
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Unreasonable strictness strictness and restiction of elders is a cause of gap between two generation? Strongly Agree
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Unanimous World World of Blues “The Generation Gap” Lack of respect of the elders is due to the wrong brought up of young generation? Strongly Agree
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Elders want to impose their unaccomplished wishes on youngs? Strongly Agree
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Unanimous World World of Blues “The Generation Gap” Young generations thinks that elders are less competent and capable? Strongly Agree
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Young generation have a broad vision than their elders? Strongly Agree
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Unanimous World World of Blues “The Generation Gap” Young generation take elsders as a burden and not their responsibility? Strongly Agree
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Chapter # 6 DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION: Our Our anci ancien entt cult cultur uree teac teache hess us to resp respec ectt pare parent nts, s, teac teache hers rs and and gues guest. t. Respecting elders cannot affect the individuality. An individual is a part of soci societ ety y. More Moreov over er medi mediaa play playss a big big role role in infl influe uenc ncin ing g the the yout youth. h. Kno Knowled wledge ge,, tal talent ent, inter nteres estt, inte intell lleect, ct, is all all asp aspect ects. One can can be knowledgeable and talented in particular field or subject. However decision making is something different. One has to apply his/her intellect to take the right action at right time. Therefore, the act of decision making is gained by experience alone.
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The young and elder have different point of view and perception towards life. In several matters they are at loggerheads with one another. The young may become impetuous and show great great hurry in doing doing things. things. They cannot brook any delay. To quote Shakespeare, “Youth is hot and old age is weak and cold” The people of older age are God fearing and they attach great importance to moral and spiritual values, but the younger generation does not show any great interest in them. The people of older generation are orthodox and superstitious. They are ready to spend any amount of the religious believes that are dear to them. The youth do not approve this. The youth want to enjoy life full. They do not like to lead a life of simplicity and austerity, but this is not the case with the elder generation. More often than than not, not, the youth youth want want to follow follow the Epicur Epicurean ean philos philosoph ophy y. They They are interested in mundane life. The elders have now begun to realize the feelings of younger and they are now willing to accept their view. They now think that they should also move with the time and not remain like a stick-in-the mud.
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Chapter#7 QUESTIONNAIRE INTRODUCTION ATTITUDE OF YOUNG TOWARDS TOWARDS THEIR THE IR ELDERS EL DERS CONSENT FORM
We are students of MBA-1 (Regular). For the fulfillment of course we have to do a project. So we are doing a survey on the attitude of young toward their elders. The information which you will provide will not be disclosed in any case and it will not be made public. Kindly give us the right information. …………………. Signature
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QUESTIONNAIRE GENDER: _________________ _________________ QUALIFICATION: _________ AGE:______________________
INSTRUCTIONS: Please Please attempt all the items items whether whether you are agree disagree disagree or undecided. undecided. You are requested requested to select only one option for each question question and answer all items. 1. The idea behind the elder’s strict behavior is to benefit younger generation? 1)
Strongly Agree
2)
Agree
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Undecided
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Strongly Disagree Disagree
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2. Young oung genera generatio tion n gets gets physic physical, al, social social,, psych psycholo ologic gical al and econom economica icall protection for their elders? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
3. Elders always promote and inculcate their cultural values, trends in the young generation? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
4. Elde Elders rs are are sour source ce of iden identi tity ty and and belo belong ngin ingn gnes esss for for thei theirr youn young g generation? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
5. Elders Elders are role model model for for their their young young generat generation? ion? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree
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5) Disagree
6. Young generat generation ion respect respect elder’ elder’ss opinion? opinion? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
7. Young generatio generation n gives preferenc preferencee to elders over their their observation? observation? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
8. Apperc Appercept eption ion given given by older genera generatio tion n to the young young ones can help help in building up their confidence?
1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
9. Elders Elders not only only help young young ones but but also also try to solve solve their their problems? problems? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree
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3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
10. Sharing ideas with the older generation help them to understand understand present situation? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
11. Young generation thinks that they are more intelligent than their elders? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
12. Sometimes young’s young’s behavior is not respectful to their elders? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
13. Young Young generation is over confident and ill mannered? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree
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3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
14. Young generation thinks elders ideas outdated?
1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
15. Unreas Unreasona onable ble strict strictnes nesss and restri restricti ction on of elders elders is a cause cause of gap between two generation? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
16.Lack of respect of elders is due to the wrong brought up of young generation? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
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17. Elders want to impose their unaccomplished unaccomplished ideas on yong generation? generation? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
18. Young generation thinks that elders are less competent and capable? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
19. Young generation have broad vision than their elders? 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
20. Youn Young g genera generatio tion n take take elders elders as a burden burden and not their their respon responsib sibili ility ty?? Strongly Agree 1) Strongly Agree 2) Agree 3) Undecided 4) Strongly Disagree 5) Disagree
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