Abstract

In today's world, the problems of culture have become world problems, as are those of the protection of the environment, the rational use of natural resources, the demographic situation, international disarmament and the prevention of war. We speak of a “cultural explosion” with regard to the very lively interest that culture arouses today and the increasing needs in this area. We can expect this development to continue, but what is the social significance of the process? What is its origin? To what is it connected?