"The Invention of Tradition"

"The Invention of Tradition" is a concept that explores how many customs, practices, or symbols we consider ancient or historically established are actually modern creations or recent reconstructions. These traditions are often designed to foster national identity, reinforce social cohesion, or legitimize authority. Scholars argue that such traditions are sometimes deliberately invented or stylized to serve specific political or cultural purposes, rather than being authentic relics of the past. Overall, it highlights that many traditions we believe have deep roots are, in fact, relatively new or constructed, shaping how societies perceive their history and identity.