INTERNAL COLONIALISM AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
In: Studies in comparative international development, Band 1, Heft 4, S. 27-37
ISSN: 0039-3606
A discussion of 'internal colonialism,' defined as a kind of colonialism which is based on a dual econ & soc structure & arises after external colonialism is replaced by pol'al independence. mlexico, where the native Creoles replaced the peninsular Spaniards as the chief oppressors of the Indians in the 19th cent, is a typical case. Internal colonialism corresponds to a structure of SR based on the domination & exploitation among culturally heterogeneous, distinct groups. The oldstyle 'external' colonialism is analyzed for comparative purposes. The characteristics of internal colonialism are derived from a special study of Mexico: (1) it occurs after independence is won; (2) it limits soc mobilization & participation in the development process; (3) it explains, in part, the uneven development of underdeveloped countries; & (4) it is, above all, structural. I. Langnas.
