W13.1 May 27 Ma Chenxiao마신소

       Social inequality refers to the uneven distribution of resources in society, often due to unfair distribution practices, resulting in patterns of inequality based on socially defined categories of people. Factors that influence access to social resources include power, religion, kinship, prestige, race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, and class. Inequality usually means inequality of outcomes, but it can also be understood as inequality of access to opportunities. Social inequality is related to economic inequality, which is often described by the uneven distribution of income or wealth. Sociology and economics use different theoretical approaches to study and explain this inequality, involving social power and access to public resources. As social complexity increases, inequality tends to increase and the gap between rich and poor widens.

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Social roles and identities:

In simple societies, social inequality can be very low because there are fewer social roles and identities. For example, in tribal societies, the lifestyle of tribal leaders is much the same as that of ordinary tribe members. This phenomenon reflects the impact of social structures and cultural values on inequality.

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Cultural values and social inequality:

How do different cultures differ in their attitudes and responses to inequality? How do these cultural values influence social policy and practice?

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  1. 진화빙June 3, 2024 at 11:38 PM

    Different cultures have different attitudes and reactions to inequality. For example, some cultures emphasize equality and fairness and tend to reduce inequality through social welfare policies; while other cultures may emphasize individual responsibility and competition, resulting in less welfare support. These values ​​influence social policy making. For example, Nordic countries value equality, while East Asian countries focus more on individual responsibility. Therefore, policy making needs to take cultural background into consideration and promote inclusion and harmony.

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