Healing the Nation: Historical Context and the Ascendancy of Chinese Martial Arts During the Republican Era

Authors

  • Zhang Wei PhD Scholar, Department of History and Pakistan studies, University of the Punjab. Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
  • Rukhsana Iftikhar Professor, Department of History and Pakistan Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35484/pssr.2024(8-III)24

Keywords:

Chinese Martial Arts, Martial Spirit, Republic of China, Status of Martial Arts

Abstract

To develop a strong cultural and sports nation we must learn from history. Through literature research method and empirical analysis, the study found that: During the Republican period, China was in danger of being destroyed. Against this backdrop, Chinese elites sought various means to save the nation. Martial arts evolved into a symbol of national resilience and as a tool for social reforms. It became a medium for political propaganda and social practice, reaching its highest status in the history of the Republic of China. This research aims to trace the history of sports in China through empirical research method which define the investment in sports leads towards the mental well-being eventually improve the socio-economic infrastructure of Chinese society. For today: traditional sports culture should be vigorously promoted to provide impetus for realizing and building the goal of a strong cultural and sports nation.

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Published

2024-07-23

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How to Cite

Wei, Z., & Iftikhar, R. (2024). Healing the Nation: Historical Context and the Ascendancy of Chinese Martial Arts During the Republican Era. Pakistan Social Sciences Review, 8(3), 320–334. https://doi.org/10.35484/pssr.2024(8-III)24

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