The sequential evolution of land tenure norms

Evolution and Human Behavior • Vol/Iss. 35(2014) • Elsevier • • Published In • Pages: 309-318 •
By Kushnik, Geoff, Gray, Russell D. , Jordan, Fiona M.

Abstract

The researchers use phylogenetic methods to map out the evolutionary trajectories of land tenure norms across 97 Austronesian societies. The analysis suggests the relevance of vertical transmission in patterning land tenure norms, rather than horizontal transmission. It also strongly supports a model along a N(none)-I(individual)-G(group)-K(kin) pathway.

Samples

Sample Used Coded Data Comment
Austronesian Basic Vocabulary DatabaseResearcher's own97 Austronesian societies

Hypotheses (1)

HypothesisSupported
Phylogenetic modeling indicates strong support for an evolution of land tenure norms in N-I-G-K order (see note).Supported
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