Society and Membership Flashcards
Sociologists used this term to describe the system of social standing.
social stratification
Refers to the income inequality or uneven distribution between the nation’s rich and poor.
Social Desirables
Refers to the change in a person’s socioeconomic status either
Social Mobility System
Social status is obtained through their effort.
Allow for much more social mobility.
Mobility both upward and downward.
Open (Class)
Social position in caste system is decided by assignment rather than attainment.
Social position is based on ascribed status
Closed (Caste)
TYPES OF SOCIAL STRATIFICATION
Slavery
Feudal Systems
Caste System
Class system
Refers to the difference in the distribution of social desirables such as wealth, power, and prestige.
SOCIAL INEQUALITY
Limited access may be due to their high cost, the lack of appropriate infrastructure, or prejudices within the society that restrict use.
Access to Social, Political, and Symbolic Capital
Refers to the unequal treatment or perceptions of individuals based on their gender
Gender Inequality
Relating to a population subgroup (within a larger or dominant national or cultural group) with a common national or cultural tradition.
Ethnic Minorities
This may include people with disabilities or people with religions that are less prevalent in society.
Other Minorities
It is the inequality between people across countries.
Global Inequality
Can be seen as a method for increasing financial gain through production, employment, alliances, and joint venturing.
. Innovation
Occurs when an individual or a group comes up with a completely new idea, method, or device.
Primary Innovation
Occurs when an individual or group further develops or improves on an already existing idea, method, or device.
Secondary Innovation
