Q. Which of the following is not a dimension of global cultural flow? (December 2023, UGC NET)

1. Astroscapes

2. Technoscapes

3. Financescapes

4. Mediascapes

Correct Ans: (1)

Explanation: The concept of global cultural flow, as theorized by Arjun Appadurai, includes various dimensions that describe the movement and exchange of culture, people, technology, money, and media across the globe. These dimensions are:

1.  Ethnoscapes: The movement of people across borders, such as tourists, immigrants, refugees, and other groups.

2. Technoscapes: The global configuration and movement of technology and technological information.

3. Financescapes: The flow of money and capital across international borders, including global financial markets.

4. Mediascapes: The distribution and dissemination of information and media content across different cultures and societies.

5. Ideoscapes: The flow of ideas, ideologies, and cultural symbols that influence societal norms and political ideologies.