Said describes the process of labeling non-Western cultures as "underdeveloped" as ______.

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Edward Said coined the term "Orientalism" to describe the West's patronizing representations and perceptions of "The East," which includes the Middle East, Asia, and North Africa. These representations often depict these regions as exotic, backward, uncivilized, and at times dangerous, in contrast to the "advanced" Western world. This concept is central to understanding how Western cultures have historically viewed and interacted with non-Western cultures, often leading to their being labeled as "underdeveloped."

Said Describes the Process of Labeling Non-Western Cultures as "Underdeveloped