Druk Driglam Namzha Application: A Study on Integrating 2-D Animations in Mobile App to Promote the Driglam Namzha Of Bhutan

Abstract

Driglam Namzha represents the code of conduct that needs to be used on a daily basis for a Bhutanese. With modernization, youths are exposed to multiple cultures, hence, innovative methods are needed to promote Driglam Namzha. This paper presents the importance of Driglam Namzha and aims to understand the feasibility of using an app with 2-D animations to preserve and promote Driglam Namzha. A qualitative study was carried out to understand the nature of using animations for teaching purpose and a survey was also carried out amongst the Bhutanese to understand the users’ preference. The findings of the paper shows that Driglam Namzha helps in personal growth as well as impacts the harmony in a society. The result presents Driglam Namzha Application with animations showing the code of conducts as a good approach to supplement Driglam Namzha classes to promote Driglam Namzha of Bhutan.