Practice Legitimization Of Social Structures (2.4)

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Question 1.
What does legitimization mean in a sociological context?
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Think about how authority is accepted by society.
Question 2.
Name a famous example of religious legitimization in history.
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Consider monarchy and God.
3Question 3.
What is the divine right of kings?
- A system of government based on democracy
- A belief that kings derive power from God
- A method of electing leaders
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It's about authority coming from a higher power.
4Question 4.
True or False: The caste system has no religious justification in Hinduism.
- True
- False
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Consider how caste divisions are defined in religious texts.
Question 5.
Critically evaluate how religious beliefs could be used to both justify and challenge social inequalities.
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Explore the dual role of religion in historical contexts.
Question 6.
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?
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Consider current social movements and their dynamics.

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