UNIT 2 - AC2.3 - SOCIOLOGICAL THEORIES Flashcards
1
Q
who are the bourgeoisie?
A
ruling class, wealthy, own businesses and property, have power in society
2
Q
who are the proletariat?
A
subject class, no wealth or power, sell labour to survive
3
Q
what does the marxist theory propose?
A
that disadvantage within a social class is a major cause of crime
4
Q
how do marxists perceive crime?
A
something that is inevitable in a capitalist society and is used by the B for social control
5
Q
what is marxism in relation to WCC?
A
white collar crime is ignored and not policed effectively
blue collar crimes are constantly punishable
