Practice - Legitimization of Social Structures
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Practice Questions
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What does legitimization mean in a sociological context?
💡 Hint: Think about how authority is accepted by society.
Name a famous example of religious legitimization in history.
💡 Hint: Consider monarchy and God.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the divine right of kings?
💡 Hint: It's about authority coming from a higher power.
True or False: The caste system has no religious justification in Hinduism.
💡 Hint: Consider how caste divisions are defined in religious texts.
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Critically evaluate how religious beliefs could be used to both justify and challenge social inequalities.
💡 Hint: Explore the dual role of religion in historical contexts.
Propose a hypothetical scenario where a new religious movement arises that seeks to overturn traditional social hierarchies. What factors would contribute to its success or failure?
💡 Hint: Consider current social movements and their dynamics.
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