Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics

A comprehensive set of flashcards covering key concepts in the understanding of culture, society, and politics.

Kinship

The concept of kinship revolves around connections formed through ancestral connections, including blood relations, marital unions, and cultural customs.

Consanguinity

A biological kinship that refers to genetic ties among individuals, including relations through blood.

Affinal Kinship

Kinship that results from marriage connections between families or partners.

Monogamy

The practice of having only one spouse at a time.

Polygamy

The practice of marrying multiple spouses.

Political Dynasties

Families or clans where members hold multiple political positions over generations, often finding structures in Philippine political culture.

Nepotism

The practice of favoring family members for positions of power or influence.

Nuclear Family

A family unit consisting of two parents and their children.

Extended Family

A family that includes multiple nuclear families and may cover multiple generations.

Functionalism

A theoretical perspective that views families as serving essential functions for social stability, including the socialization of children.

Conflict Theory

A perspective that emphasizes how social inequalities, such as class and gender disparities, are reinforced through family structures.

Charismatic Authority

A form of leadership based on the exceptional qualities of a leader, where followers have personal attachment to the ruler.

Formal Education

A structured, planned form of learning that occurs in institutional settings like schools and universities, often leading to recognized certificates.

Informal Education

Unstructured, often unintentional learning that occurs during daily activities and is driven by curiosity and personal objectives.

Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)

Voluntary organizations that operate independently from the government and work on issues such as advocacy, governance, and social change.

Development Agencies

Organizations focused on promoting progress through projects, policy-making, and providing financial assistance.

Domestic Trade

The exchange of goods and services within a country.

Global Organizations

Entities that operate internationally to address global issues and encourage cooperation among nations.