Amazigh identity discourse in postcolonial Morocco
Thesis advisor
Comitee Members
University
Al Akhawayn University
Faculty
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department
International Studies and Diplomacy
University Country
Morocco
Degree
Master
Degree Date
2013
English Abstract
n the past few decades, identity discourses in Morocco have changed substantially.
Amazigh heritage in particular has moved from being a marginal component of Moroccan society to an element of its national identity.
In the aftermath of independence, the Moroccan regime pursued a homogenizing nationalist project based on Arabism and Islam at the expense of Amazigh culture.
In the past two decades however, Moroccan officials have started to acknowledge Amazigh heritage as part of the country’s identity.
Through looking at historical and discursive data, this study aims to demonstrate how the emergence of an embryonic Amazigh nationalism catalyzed many of the changes witnessed in the country.
It argues that the mutation of Amazigh demands from sporadic claims for ethno-linguistic recognition into a wider political agenda prompted Morocco to co-opt the movement through incorporating Amazigh heritage into its national identity discourse.
Keywords: Amazigh identity, Amazighite, Morocco, Arabism, Islam, nationalism, cultural heritage, recognition
Main Subjects
Engineering & Technology Sciences (Multidisciplinary)
No. of Pages
114
Table of Contents
Table of contents.
Abstract.
Introduction.
Chapter One : Moroccan identity discourses in the aftermath of independence.
Chapter Two : The adoption of a new identity discourse.
Chapter Three : The makhzen and the rise of amazigh nationalism.
Conclusion.
References.
American Psychological Association (APA)
(2013). Amazigh identity discourse in postcolonial Morocco. (Master's theses Theses and Dissertations Master). Al Akhawayn University, Morocco
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-590508
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Amazigh identity discourse in postcolonial Morocco. (Master's theses Theses and Dissertations Master). Al Akhawayn University. (2013).
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-590508
American Medical Association (AMA)
(2013). Amazigh identity discourse in postcolonial Morocco. (Master's theses Theses and Dissertations Master). Al Akhawayn University, Morocco
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-590508
Language
English
Data Type
Arab Theses
Record ID
BIM-590508