한국인의 국민정체성의 사회적 원천과 그 효과

Abstract

This study empirically reviews the sources and effects of Korean national identity at the individual level. To this end, this study first develops a measure for national identity based on social identity theory. Second, using this measure, this study reveals both the degree to which Koreans identify with their national group and the socio-demographic determinants of that identity. Third, this study investigates the effect of national identity on sociopolitical attitudes and behavior. The result confirms that Koreans with a strong national identity are likely to be relatively lowly educated, a Buddhist, a resident of the capital city, and a supporter of either a conservative or radical political party. This paper also reveals that Korean national identity, while having the effect of partially lowering the boundary separating Koreans from others, also has the potential to induce unhealthy nationalism.