Nationalism: Learning Linguistics is Not Enough

Nationalism: Learning Linguistics is Not Enough
Exploration of various criteria established as boundaries between nations can help people distinguish the unattractive aspects of nationalism. Determining what it takes for an alien to be naturalized requires an established correlation between the various types of nation’s boundaries. The process of naturalization directly relates to the study of these boundaries. Immigrants might have to overcome specific barriers, such as language, culture, political structure, and race, to become citizens (Kaplan, 1981).
For political nationalism, the potential citizen will have to learn the distinctive customs of the land and its language, undergo a thorough socialization process, and attend classes before they attain the status of a full citizen. Nonetheless, one would have to achieve perseverance to become a member of society. This provides protection and stability for anyone who wants to seek the nation’s refuge. Cultural nationalism provides a distinctive civilization a...