Social Stratification

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Social Stratification

The division of society into hierarchical layers based on various factors.

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Class

A type of social stratification including upper class, middle class, and lower class divisions.

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Caste

A type of social stratification characterized by hereditary social groups and limited social mobility.

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Status

Refers to prestige, honor, occupation, and education within the social hierarchy.

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Power

The ability to influence decisions, encompassing political and economic power.

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Factors Influencing Social Stratification

Wealth, education, occupation, race/ethnicity, gender, social networks, and inheritance.

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Effects of Social Stratification

Inequality, social mobility, access to resources, and life opportunities.

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Theories of Social Stratification

Marxian Theory, Weberian Theory, Functionalism, Conflict Theory.