Post Colonialism

Compared to other topics, the discussion on post colonialism was much more easier to understand. The group assigned for this particular subject was able to explain briefly the necessary details. Overall, I can say that I was able completely understand what post colonialism is all about.

Basically, post colonialism is about gaining a perspective with regards to the future without colonial influences that almost replace the original cultures of a certain place. Moreover, according to the report, it is a form of resistance to the blinding effects brought by colonialism and also seeks to analyze how the colonized society will be able to move on a more civil and equal environment. 

Post colonialism had undergone a lot of changes. Today, it now includes the relationship between different forms of resistance and dominance; the establishment of a constitution within the colonies; and the relationship interdependence of both classes and races.

One of the main highlights of the topic was the theory on racism by Frantz Fanon. According to him, racism creates a thread of mental constructs that makes a certain individual unaware of being a subject to a superior race. In result, people who are subjected to racism are socially constrained in society. Their behavior towards others also changes because they feel inferior over a particular dominating race. Back then, it was believed that the language, norms, traditions, and culture of the whites in general served as universal and superior over any other races. It was considered local and inferior if a person originates from any other races.