Impact of Dominant Culture on Socio-Economic Status in UAE

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Introduction................................................................................................................................2
Discussion..................................................................................................................................2
Conclusion..................................................................................................................................4
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Introduction
Societal diversification is being considered as the important cultural characteristic,
which is present in The United Arab Emirates (Kaabi and Sandhu 2018). The purpose of this
study is to shed light on the significant impact of dominant culture of UAE on the socio
economic status. The study has also shed light on the minority group and describe their
significant contribution on UAE cultural diversification process.
Discussion
According to Albloushi (2015), due to the availability of multicultural society in the
country, the diverse culture in the country has shown the existence of cultural liberalism.
However, it is also true that expatriates migrate to the country for job opportunities, which
has brought the strong impact on the cultural sensitiveness in the country. Analysing the
dominate culture in the country, it can be said that culture of United Arab Emirates
predominantly follows the religion of Islam and has a traditional aspect in all forms. The
educational system in this country follows the Islamic culture, and as per the culture, public
affection with the opposite sex is not being appreciated. As per the Arab culture, it is very
depressing to show the soles of the feet and while handling or eating something over, people
are expected to use their right hand. Women in this country are not required to wear abaya. It
is also true that the government has not introduced any kind of regulation regarding the dress
of women, however, appropriate dressing is greatly being appreciated in this country. As per
the UAE religion, freedom is guaranteed. Beside mosques, the country has different houses of
worship. Therefore, it can be said that the people, who migrate in this country are free for
carrying their own culture and religion. Due to the dominance of Islam, during the festivals
such as Eid and Ramadan, most of the government and business offices remain close
(Albloushi 2015).