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What is the etymological origin of the word 'social'?
What is the etymological origin of the word 'social'?
The word 'social' derives from the Latin word socii ('allies').
According to Karl Marx, why are human beings considered to be social beings?
According to Karl Marx, why are human beings considered to be social beings?
According to Karl Marx, human beings are considered to be social beings because they cannot survive and meet their needs other than through social cooperation and association.
How does Max Weber define human action as 'social'?
How does Max Weber define human action as 'social'?
Max Weber defines human action as 'social' if, by virtue of the subjective meanings attached to the action by individuals, it 'takes account of the behavior of others, and is thereby oriented in its course.'
What is the significance of the term 'socialism' in the 1830s onwards in France and the United Kingdom?
What is the significance of the term 'socialism' in the 1830s onwards in France and the United Kingdom?
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What is the social interaction considered as, regardless of awareness and voluntariness?
What is the social interaction considered as, regardless of awareness and voluntariness?
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