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Indonesian Customs

The difference between one tribe and another is only in the language and custom of the candidate and the kinship system. i. Customs Each tribe must have certain customs, including traditional ceremonies and other customs. These habits have been carried down for generations in a tribe. For example the cremation ceremony (Ngaben) in Bali. Differences in customs show cultural differences that appear from patterns of behavior or lifestyle. The behavior patterns of Batak people who like to talk continue to eggplant so that it seems firm and loud is very different from the behavior patterns of Central Javanese (especially Solo and Yogya) who like to talk cautiously full of subtle innuendo. Regional Languages ​​Each ethnic group usually has a specific regional language. For example, Javanese use Javanese in everyday conversation. Other ethnic groups also use their respective regional languages. Kinship System Kinship system is a descendant system adopted by certain ethnic grou...

Indonesian Heroic Events

Heroic Events in Yogyakarta The power struggle in Yogyakarta began on September 26, 1945, when government employees and companies controlled by Japan staged a strike. They demanded that Japan surrender all offices to the Indonesian side. 10:00 WIB. Heroic Events in Surabaya There was a flag incident at the Yamato Hotel, Tunjungan Surabaya. The Dutch fly the Red and Blue flag on the hotel roof. The people then stormed the hotel, lowered, and tore the blue flag to be hoisted again. This incident occurred on September 19, 1945. Heroic Events in Semarang Semarang Heroic Event On October 15, 1945, Japanese troops attacked the city of Semarang and were confronted by TKR and other warriors. The battle lasted for five days. As a result of this battle, thousands of young men died and hundreds of Japanese were killed. To commemorate the incident, in Semarang the Tugu Muda Monument was erected. Heroic Events in Aceh Aceh Heroic Events On 6 October 1945, youth from community leaders formed the In...

Forced Cultivation System in Indonesia

The Dutch Colonial Government During Johannes Van Den Bosch's leadership, the Netherlands introduced the forced cultivation system. The forced cultivation system was first introduced in Java and developed in other areas outside Java. In West Sumatra, the forced cultivation system began in 1847. At that time, people who had long been growing coffee freely were forced to plant coffee to be handed over to the colonial government. A similar system was also implemented in other places such as Minahasa, Lampung, and Palembang. Coffee is the main crop in West Sumatra and Minahasa. The pepper is the main crop in Lampung and Palembang. In Minahasa, the same policy also applies to coconut trees. Implementation of forced cultivation many deviations occur, including the following :  Allotment of export crops exceeds one-fifth of arable land, especially if the soil is fertile. People's attention, energy, and time for export crops so that many do not have time to work on their fields and...

Indonesian Youth Pledge of 1928

During the Dutch colonial era, the Indonesian Youth Congress was held three times. However, the Indonesian Youth Congress I had not been able to produce a decision that brought about the unity of all youth.  Participants in the Indonesian Youth Congress The Indonesian Youth Congress is a preparation for the Second Indonesian Youth Congress. The Indonesian Youth Congress will take place in Jakarta on October 27-28. The center of the congress was held in the Indonesische Club Building at 11. Kramat Raya 106, but the whole session was held in three places. Youth worked hard to prepare everything needed, including putting together a congressional committee. On the closing night of October 28, 1928, the Indonesian Youth Congress Il made the following decision. The Jakarta Indonesian Youth Congress on 30 April - 2 May 1926 was attended by all youth organizations with the following congresses being agreed on, namely: a. Received the Indonesia Raya song "by W.R. Supratman as the national...

Events of the British Colonial Period

After successfully controlling Indonesia, the British government then appointed Thomas Stamford Raffles as Lieutenant Governor in Indonesia. Raffles began his work on October 19, 1811. Policy in the Field of Science Invite knowledge experts from abroad to conduct various scientific studies in Indonesia.  Raffles and Arnoldi managed to find the corpse flower as a giant flower and the largest in the world. The flower was given the scientific name Rafflesia Arnoldi. Thomas Stamford Rotfies Raffles wrote the book "History of Java" and pioneered the construction of the Bogor Botanical Gardens. Bogor Botanical Gardens is a biological garden that collects various types of plants in Indonesia and even from various parts of the world. Economic Policy Removing contingent is replaced by a land rent system. All land is considered state property. So, farmers must pay taxes as rent. Raffles efforts to implement a land tax system failed due to the following factors : It is d...

Changes in the Shape of Things

The objects around us have characteristics and characteristics that understand the nature of objects, we can study natural phenomena that occur around us by knowing what you will do when you are in a river, in the sea, or a lake. By knowing the nature of objects, you know what you will do to change the shape of these objects. By understanding the nature of things, even though there are only three forms of things, all three can experience changes in form in different ways. Changes in the shape of objects caused by a changing environment, for example the temperature of the environment that becomes hot or cold. Changes in the form of an object that occur include but are frozen, melting, yawning, condensing, or sublimating. Frozen is a change in the shape of a liquid object into a solid object. This change occurs because the temperature in the environment becomes cold. Liquid objects will freeze if the temperature is below 0 ° C. The change from water to ice is one of the events that...

The Arrival of the Western Nations in Indonesia

Starting at the end of the XV century, Europeans tried to explore the ocean. Europeans who had explored and occupied Indonesia were started by the Portuguese. Their ship first landed in Malacca in 1511. Next was the Spanish who landed in Tidore, Maluku in 1521. Then, followed by the British and the Dutch. Dutch ships first landed at the Port of Banten in 1596. The factors driving the exploration of the ocean include the following. The desire to find wealth (gold) The wealth they are looking for is mainly spices. Around the XV century in Europe, the price of spices was very expensive. The price of spices is as expensive as gold (gold). They need spices for the pharmaceutical industry and cooking spices. The desire to spread the religion (gospel) In addition to seeking wealth and colony, Europeans also carry a special mission. The special mission is to spread religion to the inhabitants of the areas under their control. Their task was considered a sacred duty that had to be car...

Benefits of Cloves

Cloves have many benefits. As a cooking spice, cloves are used in the form of whole flowers or powder form. Cloves are also used by the Chinese and Japanese as incense. Also, clove oil is used as aromatherapy and as a remedy for toothache. The Clove tree has many benefits that make it of high economic value. Because of that, clove is one of the ingredients of spices which are hunted by European nations. That triggered the occupation in Indonesia.

The Role of Pancasila in Maintaining Nation's Diversity

Pancasila as the basis of the state is the personality and outlook of life of the Indonesian people. Thus, the noble values ​​contained therein must be understood and practiced by every Indonesian citizen. Especially at this time, science and technology develop rapidly and bring many changes. These changes can affect a person's attitude and behavior. By understanding and practicing the noble values ​​of Pancasila, we have a strong foundation so that we will be able to determine attitudes and behavior in the face of changes that occur. Thus, we will not lose our personality as an Indonesian nation. Indonesian society consisting of various ethnic groups who live within their respective cultural spheres. This diverse culture shows the cultural richness of the Indonesian people. The world is more advanced and developed with marked advances in science and technology (science and technology). For this reason, it requires a wise attitude and an attitude that is willing and willing to...