W 13.1 : Social Stratification
1) Summary
Social stratification refers to the division of society into different hierarchical levels according to social class, status, and power. It involves an unequal distribution of resources, opportunities, and privileges between individuals and groups. Social stratification can be based on various factors such as wealth, occupation, education, and ancestry. It has a significant impact on individual life opportunities and access to social mobility. Layering systems can be classified into caste, class, or legacy systems, each with its own characteristics and meaning. Social mobility plays an important role in determining social stratification patterns, both upward and downward, and can be influenced by factors such as socialization, meritocracy, and structural barriers. The consequences of social stratification include the reproduction of inequality, social cohesion, intergenerational social advantages or disadvantages.
One interesting aspect of social stratification mentioned in the above article is the concept of social mobility. Social mobility refers to the ability of an individual or group to change their social position within society. It can cause you to climb or descend a social ladder vertically, or change your position horizontally within the same social level.
3) Question
How does social stratification affect individuals' access to resources and opportunities in society?
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