Social Change, Development and Modernity in Balochistan, Iran: A Sociological Analysis of Distinct identity

The main objective of the study is to explore the social and cultural values assessed in the typical abstract way as guiding principles in Baloch people life to achieve development. The present study is an attempt to investigate the process of social change among the Baloch. These values are about in religion, roles of men and women, the educational systems, family forms, technology, community development and the environment. It is assumed that they have effects on social and economic development of Baloch society and how the Balochi customs and traditions become an identity lead to its symbolization.

Keywords:

Social change , Modernity , Development , Baloch , Globalization