Racial perceptions refer to how societies view individuals based on their race or ethnicity. It encompasses stereotypes, biases, attitudes, and beliefs about different racial groups held by individuals or society as a whole.
Related terms
Scientific racism: The pseudoscientific belief that one race is superior to others, often used to justify discrimination and inequality.
Stereotype: A widely held but oversimplified and generalized belief or idea about a particular racial group.
Prejudice: Preconceived opinions or attitudes about individuals based on their race, without any actual knowledge or experience.