Social Changes of the Meratus Dayak Tribe in Rantau Buda South Kalimantan, Indonesia

Abstract

This study aims to identify social changes in the Meratus Dayak tribe in the village of Rantau Buda, Kota Baru Regency. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, and the data source is selected by purposive sampling. Data was collected using observation, interviews, and documentation. Analysis of research results based on data reduction steps, data presentation, and data validation. The findings of this study are that the social change of the Melatus Dayak community in Rantau Buda village is positive, and they form a new social culture through the preservation of the old culture and the adoption of a developing new culture. The process of social change for the Dayak Meratus community in Rantau Buda village is influenced by two factors: the driving factor and the inhibiting factor. The drivers include (1) open social class, (2) a future-oriented attitude, (3) openness to new things, and (4) contact with other cultures. On the other hand, the inhibiting factor in the process of socio-cultural change of the Dayak Meratus community in Rantau Buda Village is the conservative attitude of the community.