This refers to a structured organization within a society involving various roles, responsibilities, relationships, and rules that govern interactions between individuals or groups.
Related terms
Hierarchy: A system where individuals or groups are ranked according to their status or importance.
Division of labor: The allocation of specific tasks or jobs to different people based on their skills or expertise.
Social stratification: The division of society into different levels or classes based on factors like wealth, occupation, or ancestry.
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