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According to Karl Marx, human beings are considered to be intrinsically social beings because they:
According to Karl Marx, human beings are considered to be intrinsically social beings because they:
- Are forced to be social by societal norms
- Have a natural inclination towards introversion
- Prefer to live in large cities rather than rural areas
- Cannot survive and meet their needs other than through social co-operation and association (correct)
The term 'socialism' in the 1830s was directly related to:
The term 'socialism' in the 1830s was directly related to:
- The rise of capitalism
- The social question (correct)
- The industrial revolution
- The French Revolution
Max Weber defines human action as 'social' if it:
Max Weber defines human action as 'social' if it:
- Is solely based on individual desires
- Is influenced by external factors only
- Takes account of the behavior of others and is oriented in its course (correct)
- Is independent of the behavior of others
The word 'social' is derived from the Latin word:
The word 'social' is derived from the Latin word:
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In the Social War of 91–87 BC, the Italian Socii states rebelled against:
In the Social War of 91–87 BC, the Italian Socii states rebelled against:
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Human Nature and Socialism
- Human beings are considered intrinsically social beings because they are shaped by their relations with others, according to Karl Marx.
Origins of Socialism
- The term 'socialism' in the 1830s was directly related to the emergence of a new critique of capitalism and the advocacy of a more equal society.
Sociology
- Max Weber defines human action as 'social' if it takes into account the behavior of others and is thereby oriented in its course.
Etymology
- The word 'social' is derived from the Latin word 'socius', meaning 'companion' or ' ally'.
Ancient History
- In the Social War of 91–87 BC, the Italian Socii states rebelled against Rome, seeking Roman citizenship and an end to their exploitation.
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