Conflict Perspective Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main idea of conflict perspective?
A
That society is primarily driven by competition (such as conflict and inequality) for scarce resources
2
Q
What does “means of production” mean in terms of Conflict perspective?
A
The resources and technology used to produce goods and services, which determines social relationships and power dynamics
3
Q
What is false consciousness
A
A belief in ideas that are not in ones best interest, usually perpetuated by the ruling class.
4
Q
Identify two critiques of conflict perspectives
A
It is overly deterministic and overlooking individual agency
It potentially downplays cooperation and consensus in society
