Social Theories Conflict Theory Definition n n not
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+ Social Theories Conflict Theory
+ Definition n. n not functional interdependence n Conflict exists between groups in society because of inequalities in power n Example: Feminism
+ Conflict Theory n MACRO theory that explains inequalities. n Most social theories try to explain society and how it works together n Conflict n. n. Theory sets out to CRITICIZE society.
+ Conflict Theory n . n Early 1900 s Karl Marx n Bourgeoisie: n Smallest, richest, most powerful group in society n Control the livelihood of the poorer working people; proletariat n Proletariat: The lower class in society, ruled by the Bourgeoisie n Do we see examples of Bourgeoi and Prolats in today’s society?
+ Conflict Theory n Marx predicted that the Bourgeoisie would become smaller and smaller, while getting richer and richer. n The Proletariats would eventually get poorer and bigger, creating a bigger gap between them n. n. n What n did this lead to? COMMUNISM!
+ Conflict Theory and Family n Relationships between men and women within a family is one of exploitation and oppression, and is used for analyzing power and authority within the family. n Divisions between the sexes in marriage are similar to those divisions between the Bourgeoi and the Prolats n Feminists think similarly n . n Women would have no economic support without men
