Question

Disadvantages of having a strong ethnic Identity?

Answer 1

Ethnic culture are the characteristics, values, beliefs, religion, attitudes, customs and language that pertain a given group of people who share a common ancestral origin. 

Answer 2

ANSWER:

Disadvantages of having a strong ethnic identity are discrimination, conflict with other ethnic groups.

EXPLANATION:

• Ethnic identity refers to the sense of belonging to one’s cultures, traditions, ancestry, rituals, religions, etc. It is realizing where one comes from.

• Ethnic identity has been most notable in countries where there are huge numbers of immigrants residing.

• Ethnic identity is used as the weapon by some ethnic groups as they consider themselves more dominant than other ethnic groups. This has led to racism, conflicts, and inequality.