Modernization refers to the process by which societies undergo social change characterized by industrialization, urbanization, technological advancements, secularism, rationality, individualism, among other factors associated with modernity.
Related terms
Industrial Revolution: A period of rapid industrialization that transformed societies from agrarian-based economies to ones centered around manufacturing and mechanization.
Urbanization: The process of population concentration in urban areas, leading to the growth of cities and changes in social structures.
Secularism: The separation of religious institutions from the state, emphasizing a focus on worldly matters rather than religious authority.