Reinforcing Barriers: Social Distancing and Cultural Shifts in India Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
Minakshi Chhetry, Humayun Bokth
South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · pp. 78–84 · Published 29 Apr 2025
10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i51012Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the influence of culture on perception, responses and behaviors to health catastrophe. This paper examines the multifaceted role of culture in shaping various aspects of responses during pandemic, with a particular focus on India experience. Intricate interplay between beliefs and public health measures has significantly influenced the trajectory of the pandemic. Cultural attitudes towards social distancing and vaccination intersect with modern healthcare challenges, this paper accentuate the importance of cultural perspective in designing effective public health interventions.
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