The aim of this research is to get a complete picture of the sociolinguistic and sociocultural aspects of Punjabi Indian migrants settled in Germany. Migration brings with it an increased cultural diversity. The question for this thesis is how Punjabi identity is shaped and maintained in Diaspora, what mechanisms allow the Punjabi-speaking migrants to live and work within the new cultural milieu of Germany.
The objective is to see, what happens to individuals, who are born and brought up in one cultural context, when they live in a new cultural context. To what extent are cultural identity and characteristics important for the migrants, and what is being done for language and culture maintenance? The basis for this research is intercultural communication and intercultural understanding between the Indians and the Germans.
Primary source research for the thesis consisted of surveys and interviews with 240 Punjabi-speaking migrants, mostly Sikhs, of different age, social class and occupation living primarily in 7 different cities of Germany namely Wuppertal, Essen, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Berlin, Frankfurt and Nuremberg.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- The Socio-cultural Context of the Punjabi Migrants in Germany
- Linguistic Aspects of the Punjabi Indian Migrants in Germany
- Socio-linguistic and Socio-cultural Interplay
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This thesis aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the socio-linguistic and socio-cultural aspects of Punjabi Indian migrants living in Germany. The study focuses on exploring the interplay between language and culture, the challenges faced by migrants in adapting to a new environment, and the preservation of their cultural identity.
- The socio-cultural context of Punjabi Indian migrants in Germany
- The linguistic features of Punjabi spoken by the migrants
- The impact of migration on language use and cultural identity
- The challenges and opportunities faced by migrants in integrating into German society
- The role of language and culture in shaping the identity of Punjabi migrants
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter sets the stage for the thesis, introducing the research problem and its significance, outlining the research methodology, and providing a brief overview of the literature.
- The Socio-cultural Context of the Punjabi Migrants in Germany: This chapter discusses the historical background of Punjabi migration to Germany, exploring the social and cultural factors that have shaped the lives of the migrants. It delves into the experiences of Punjabi migrants, examining their social networks, religious practices, and cultural traditions.
- Linguistic Aspects of the Punjabi Indian Migrants in Germany: This chapter focuses on the linguistic features of Punjabi spoken by the migrants, analyzing the variations in language use, code-switching, and language attitudes. It explores the impact of German language acquisition and use on the migrants' linguistic repertoire and their linguistic identity.
- Socio-linguistic and Socio-cultural Interplay: This chapter examines the complex interplay between language and culture, exploring how the migrants' cultural practices are reflected in their language use and how language contributes to their identity construction and social integration.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords and focus topics of the thesis include: Punjabi Indian migrants, sociolinguistics, socio-cultural aspects, language use, code-switching, cultural identity, migration, integration, language acquisition, Germany, and intercultural communication.
- Quote paper
- Jyoti Sharma (Author), 2014, Socio-Linguistic And Socio-Cultural Aspects Of Punjabi Indian Migrants Living In Germany, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1257672
