Modernisation vs Westernisation

A thought occurred in my head that "Is Kalawati inferior to Senorita?"

..and my answer was immediately no...but there is an inferior-complex projection which develops when Kalawati's interests are taken into consideration..

After much reflection, I have come to the following conclusion which I would like to share.

I would call

Kalawati is "Eastern-Modernized"
Senorita is "Western-Modernized"

According to online Oxford dictionary:

Westernization is "cause (a country, person, or system) to adopt or be influenced by the cultural, economic, or political systems of Europe and North America"

Modernization is "adapt (something) to modern needs or habits, typically by installing modern equipment or adopting modern ideas or methods"

Argument in favour that Kalawati is modernized is she has highest level of education and she can act independently. She is certainly "Easternized", more accurately "Indianized".

Senorita is Westernized:
Following are common lifestyles in west: Dance clubs and top-shorts.
Not sure about "Meals at restaurants" everyday because people here in the west don't eat outside everyday...They say it's unhealthy and expensive.

There is a inferiority-complex when it comes to Indian values...because of this wrong equation:
Modernisation = Westernisation
It is wrong because the units on either side of the equation don't match.

I hope Indians continue to become modern but not western. I will be surprised to see a French, German or Spanish tries to become like British or American because they are proud of their culture. so are they not modern...I think you got the point.

At last...I have a feeling that Popatlal might be dreaming the last pre-cap (not entire drama) which was shown when agreement was reached...Decision perhaps may be made next day...and that will be a surprise..

Originally posted by: Assassinator

Dude you did a nice long detail research about Modernization vs Westernisation. But why ? Its just few episodes of the show , which will be forgotten soon.

I agree the current storyline will end soon. But this topic is quite active since the British rule. It has conquered all fields of life: Politics, bollywood, fashion, diet, language, name it...everywhere there is Westernisation. If this trend continues, I can safely bet that after 100-200 years, majority of Indians won't know the meaning of "sari".

Very nice thought,people r getting confused with the term modernisation.for me modernisation means khule vicharo wale .I think u r quite modern.

Originally posted by: tanvismile

Very nice thought,people r getting confused with the term modernisation.for me modernisation means khule vicharo wale .I think u r quite modern.

Thank you for your comments. My goal was to spread this message and I am happy a number of people are getting it.

Not sure who is behind Popatlal's kidnapping. First guest is Senorita's brother. But it could be a new storyline. Or just a dream yet again.