Mono-cultural societies vs. multicultural societies

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Mono-cultural societies vs. multicultural societies
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Abstract
There are ongoing debates in several countries if mono-cultural societies are more peaceful than
multicultural societies. Immigration and emigrations have tuned most countries and society to be
multicultural. While there are several advantages of living in multicultural societies and learn
from each other, there are higher levels of crimes and increased insecurities with the coming
immigrants. For example, European countries are especially anxious about the immigration of
Muslims. Still, the libertarians are against the mono-cultural societies and beehive that a
multicultural society can be stable and peaceful. The paper argues how and why living in a
multicultural society has certain advantages over the mono-cultural societies.
Introduction

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Culture is a complex concept, and a lot relies on how the nations build and support their
policies and how cultured are the citizens in their behavior and understand other cultures.
Multiculturalism society is made up of different cultures while mono-cultural tend to focus on a
single culture. The debatable issue is if Mono-cultural societies are more peaceful than
multicultural societies. The essay discusses the conflicting issue from various perspectives to
show that how Multiculturalism society is indeed far better for nations and its communities and
societies.
One can imagine being part of a mono-cultural society, mixing with people who look
similar and follow the same religious practices and social customs. They would have a common
heritage, speak the same language and carry a single identity. In other words, life seems a lot
simpler and easier within a mono-cultural society that indeed seems a lot more secure, safer and
carries favorable conditions. When living in a multicultural society, they live in a diverse
environment made of many different people from different ethnicities. They look different, speak
different languages and practice different social customs and religion. It looks indeed
challenging to live in a multicultural society with people from so many different cultures when
compared to mono-cultural societies. One can face discrimination and racial disadvantages.
Thus, on the face of it, living in mono-cultural societies indeed seems more peaceful than
multicultural societies. However, there is another side to the whole picture. A mono-cultural
society tends to make one narrow-minded and less tolerant towards other cultures.
Multiculturalism means more differences and lesser growth
While on the face of it, it might look more comfortable to live within a Mono-cultural
society, but such societies are not good for the progress of a human being or the nation. Cultural
diversity within the society is the route to progression and better understanding. The celebration

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of difference and the belief in pluralism and the multicultural society Many country leaders like
in Canada encourage their countrymen to celebrate multiculturalism and be proud of their
tradition of inclusion and diversity (Fisher, 2017). Canada is a country that has become only
stronger despite its cultures differences. No matter what the religion or the nationality, people
feel free to express their identities and take pride in their individual identities. Multiculturalism is
the strength of the country made of many cultures and heritages. Thus, Multiculturalism can
stimulate personal and individual growth.
Multiculturalism could encourage anger and discomfort
Following 9/11, contemporary research on race shows that people tend to make quick
judgments towards migrants, refugees, and Muslims. There is a need for social initiatives and
policy agendas that address the resentment towards strangers through anti-racist practices and
living with differences (Lobo, 2014). When different ethnic groups are forced to retreat into
‘comfort zones’ made of people like themselves, they only tend to develop mistrust and fear
about the others. Such a monoculture society can only promote negativity and notoriety. (Zriba,
2014). Thus, it is the monocultural society that can create higher discomfort for others.
Multiculturalism gives one the chance to overcome that fear and discomfort for others.
Multiculturalism means making more effort and adjustments
On the face of it, it may seem that living in a mono-cultural society would be a lot easier
and comfortable while living in a multi-cultural society means making more efforts to live with
others. However, voluntary self-segregation can only reinforce an ignorance of the others and
lead to disturbances based on cultural and religious lines. Limited dialogue and contact can be
dangerous for the society and encourage social divides (Zriba, 2014). A case study of the
ethnically diverse Ethiopia shows neglect of the multicultural environment in their respective