Sociological Explanation and Pathology of the Political Culture of Bandar Abbas Youth with Emphasis on Social and Cultural Factors
Keywords:
political culture, pathology, Quantum Leadership Skills Social Capital, political participation, Bandar Abbas, path analysis, digital-cultural divide, youthAbstract
This study aims to sociologically explain the political culture of Bandar Abbas youth and identify the social and cultural factors influencing its structure and vulnerabilities. This applied, exploratory study used a descriptive–correlational, cross-sectional design based on a survey approach. The statistical population consisted of 384 young residents aged 19–29 in Bandar Abbas, selected through purposive and random sampling. Data were collected using ten researcher-made Likert-scale questionnaires (72 items). Reliability (Cronbach’s α > 0.70) and content validity (expert review and convergent validity) were confirmed. Data were analyzed using multiple regression, path analysis, and bootstrap regression to determine direct and indirect causal relationships among socioeconomic, cultural, and political variables shaping three types of political culture: parochial, subject, and participatory. Results revealed that socioeconomic status (education, occupation, income) significantly affected religiosity, media use, and social capital dimensions. Religiosity positively influenced life satisfaction, which in turn strengthened adherence to cultural values and both formal and informal political participation. Life satisfaction had a positive effect on participatory culture and negative effects on parochial and subject political cultures. Media use enhanced membership in civic organizations, which promoted cultural commitment and informal political participation. The overall distribution showed 55% subject culture, 31% participatory culture, and 14% parochial culture among youths. Structural inequalities, weak civic institutions, dependence on class-based resources, and ineffective media were major cultural pathologies identified. The findings indicate that the predominant political culture among Bandar Abbas youth remains subject-oriented. Although life satisfaction and social capital foster participatory tendencies, enduring structural, economic, and cultural constraints hinder full participatory engagement. Strengthening critical social capital, expanding political education, and empowering civic institutions are essential for reforming political culture.
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