Read the article “Globalisation and Social Movements” (Hamel et. al 2001) carefully. After finishing the article answer the questions below using your own words and provide examples to strengthen your article. Do not copy and paste from the article as that would constitute cheating. You will be penalized with a failure grade. Be forewarned.

Questions

1. How does the introduction chapter of the book explain globalization? Do you agree with what the author(s) have to say about this?

2. According to this book chapter what is the relationship between globalization and inequality?

3. The chapter also refers to ‘exclusion’ and ‘inclusion’. What does this mean and what role does globalization have in all this?

4. ‘Hegemony’ mentioned in the text? What does this mean and how is this a part of globalization?

5. How does globalization affect communities and at the same time the nature of democracy?