14, February 2025

Demographic Subversion: Five “F” theory

VOLUME-9; ISSUE-2; FEB-2025

Author(s): R. Trivedi

Authors Affiliations:

Department of Comparative Religion and Philosophy,  Demos Foundation Center For Research In Humanities, Shankarrao Kirloskar Marg, Erandwane, Pune.

DOIs:10.2017/IJRCS/202502006     |     Paper ID: IJRCS202502006


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Religious life plays a central role in shaping community identity, with temple rituals fostering both personal faith and social cohesion. India, known for its long history of religious coexistence, has experienced cultural transformations through horizontal exchanges of religious thoughts. This paper examines the demographic shifts in tribal regions of Gujarat, particularly in Tapi district, where Christian missionary activities have influenced indigenous tribal traditions. The study introduces the "Five F" theory to explain the mechanisms driving cultural and religious subversion in tribal communities. By analysing historical patterns, demographic data, and cultural disruptions, this research highlights the extent of religious transformations occurring within these communities shows the illegal practice of “crypto-Christianity”. The findings emphasize the necessity of preserving traditional religious practices while addressing socio-economic vulnerabilities that facilitate cultural shifts. The study concludes with recommendations for policy measures that could protect indigenous cultural heritage in light of contemporary demographic challenges.

Crypto-Christian, Demographic change, Subversion, tribal, Social Change.

R. Trivedi (2025),  Demographic Subversion: Five “F” theory, International Journal of Research Culture Society,    ISSN(O): 2456-6683,  Volume – 9,   Issue –  2.,  Pp.35-38.        Available on – https://ijrcs.org/

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