Sociology

Sociology

The study of societies and how they are shaped by people. It also concerns itself with how society affects the behavior of the individuals that are part of them.

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information society

Sociology; General sociology

A society characterised by a high level of information intensity in the everyday life of most citizens, in most organisations and workplaces; by the use of common or compatible ...

civil rights

Sociology; General sociology

Rights that ensure that citizens are protected from harm by other citizens of the state and from the government itself.

class system

Sociology; General sociology

A social ranking based primarily on economic position in which achieved characteristics can influence mobility.

class consciousness

Sociology; General sociology

In Karl Marx's view, a subjective awareness held by members of a class regarding their common vested interests and need for collective political action to bring about social ...