Investigating the relationship between types of capital (cultural, social, economic, sexual) and the fundamental motivation of development-oriented activities in Babol city.

January 25, 2026Open Access

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This research aims to identify the fundamental motivations behind development-oriented activities driven by human actors, focusing on various types of capital.
Qualitative research utilizing library data collection and in-depth interviews with 24 development actors in Babol.
Data saturation was reached during interviews, which were analyzed through thematic discourse analysis.
Validation of coding and themes was confirmed through feedback from 8 interviewees.
The main motivation for development activities was identified as sexual capital.
Family influence and personal humiliation following sexual capital were significant in shaping motivations for development activities.
The study highlights the complex nature of motivations driving development, indicating that understanding this complexity is essential for addressing societal development.

Qualitative analysis uncovers fundamental motivations for development activities in Babol city, indicating varied capital influences.

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