Conflict style orientation preferences in India: A comparative analysis

• In Event: Cultural Variables in International Conflict

Abstract

This study examines conflict style preferences in India and the predictive effects of various demographics on conflict style preference. Participants included Hindus and Muslims from various geographic regions of India (N = 827). Findings reveal conflict style preference among Hindus in India differs significantly. Analyses of the demographic variables reveal age and sex are significant predictors for all five-conflict styles for Muslims and Hindus. Education has mixed influence on conflict style among Hindus and Muslims.

Authors

• Stephen Croucher, Bowling Green State Univ

• Kyle Holody, Bowling Green State Univ

• Manda Violet Hicks, Bowling Green State University

• Deepa Oommen, Bowling Green State Univ