Sociology of Decoloniality and Racism
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What is the main goal of decoloniality?

  • To empower 'less ranked states' and their societies (correct)
  • To promote the values of higher-ranked states
  • To eliminate all forms of governance
  • To maintain the traditional colonial matrix

    • Decolonization has fully eliminated coloniality.

    False

    What does patriarchy primarily signify in society?

    A society controlled by men.

    In a patriarchal culture, women are often condemned to cyclical immanence of the __________.

    <p>natural order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Coloniality = Continuation of colonial power structures after formal independence Decoloniality = Movement seeking to disrupt colonial power dynamics Patriarchy = Social structure dominated by men Historical omission = Lack of recognition of women's roles in history</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can ethnicity contribute to in terms of social structure?

    <p>Preserving ranks within society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Racism has always been a recognized concept throughout history.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'meritocracy' in the context of social mobility?

    <p>A system where individuals gain economic goods or political power based on their ability and talent rather than wealth or social class.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Racism that was scientifically justified often claimed that '______ people are no humans'.

    <p>black</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following topics with their relevant descriptions:

    <p>Coloniality = Promotes hierarchies and ranks Post WWII USA = Shift away from explicit racism Meritocracy = Economic goods based on ability Decoloniality = Challenge to colonial structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a minority group in a society?

    <p>They are disadvantaged or inequitable compared to the dominant group.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The concept of coloniality ended with traditional colonialism.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the deeper concept associated with ethnicity?

    <p>Cultural values and norms that distinguish members of a group.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ethnicity can serve to locate our identity and our rank within the ______.

    <p>state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their definitions:

    <p>Race = Category based on ancestral differences Coloniality = Socio-cultural hierarchy post-colonialism Ethnicity = Cultural identity markers Minority Group = Disadvantaged social group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of race?

    <p>Language fluency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Independence of a country completely eliminates the effects of coloniality.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Americanity' imply?

    <p>A new world system distinct from the old European world.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one primary focus of liberal feminism?

    <p>Ensuring civil rights and social resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Radical feminism seeks solutions through legislation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one classification used by the World Bank for countries' income levels.

    <p>High income, Upper Middle, Lower Middle, Low Income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Most low-income countries are primarily __________ economies.

    <p>agricultural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of feminism with its primary belief:

    <p>Liberal Feminism = Focus on civil rights and legislation Radical Feminism = Opposition to male domination Social Feminism = Addressing both gender and class issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the measurement commonly used to gauge a country's wealth per citizen?

    <p>Gross Domestic Product (GDP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The wealthiest countries have no poor residents.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical factor contributed to the late industrialization in some countries?

    <p>Colonization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What economic theory explains that the world functions as a single unit rather than independent countries?

    <p>World System Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dependent Development suggests that poor countries can develop independently of wealthier nations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three economic zones described in the World System Theory?

    <p>Core, Semiperiphery, Periphery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _____ countries are characterized as low income and largely agricultural, often manipulated by core countries.

    <p>Periphery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following economic zones with their characteristics:

    <p>Core = Most advanced industrialized countries Semiperiphery = Semi industrialized, middle income countries Periphery = Low income largely agricultural countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the core countries is true?

    <p>They take the greatest profits from both semiperiphery and periphery zones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Colonialism ended after World War II but coloniality remains a significant issue today.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been the trend regarding hunger and starvation according to recent data?

    <p>The numbers have actually gone down.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory advocates that individuals should be free to make their own economic decisions without governmental intervention?

    <p>Market Oriented Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Modernization Theory suggests that low-income societies will develop economically only if they abandon traditional values.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Dependency Theory?

    <p>The exploitation of low-income countries by wealthy countries and multinational corporations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the traditional stage of economic growth, societies typically exhibit a low rate of ______.

    <p>savings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which stage of economic growth do countries begin to change their values and institutions, leading to increased saving and investing?

    <p>Takeoff to economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'High mass consumption' stage allows people to enjoy lower standards of living.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the economic growth stages with their descriptions:

    <p>Traditional stage = Low rate of savings and work ethic Takeoff to economic growth = Changing values and beginning investment Drive to economic maturity = Achieving technological stability High mass consumption = Increased living standards and spending power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key idea of 'Laissez-Faire' in economic theory?

    <p>Minimal government intervention in the economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Race, Ethnicity, and Racism

    • Minority Group: A group within a society who experience disadvantage and inequality relative to the dominant group, based on physical, ethnic, or cultural characteristics.
    • Race: A social category based on the belief that fundamental differences exist between people.
    • Ethnicity: A social identity based on ancestral and cultural elements. This includes shared values, norms, language, history and religion.
    • Americanity: A concept implying a new world system different from the old European world. Core components include "newness", colonialism, ethnicity and racism.

    Coloniality

    • State Hierarchies: Traditional forms of colonialism enforced state hierarchies, with governing bodies at the top and colonies at the bottom.
    • Colonial Hierarchies' Persistence: The end of traditional colonialism doesn't necessarily end these socio-cultural hierarchies.

    Ethnicity

    • Collective Identity: Ethnicity defines communal boundaries, influencing self-identity and societal ranking. Group factors such as shared interests, ethnicity and age can contribute to this identification.
    • Categorization Consequences: Ethnicity can be used to categorize for the purposes of preserving social standing or for the allocation of resources.
    • Colonial Legacy: Colonialism shapes ethnic categorization and contributes to its prevalence in society

    Racism

    • Historical Roots: Implicit in notions of ethnicity, racism has existed for a long time and wasn't (and isn't) always explicit/direct in its expressions.

    Decoloniality

    • Critique of Hierarchies: Decoloniality is the rejection of hierarchical and discriminatory structures set up by colonialism, and seeks to empower marginalized groups.
    • Critique of Traditional Colonial Systems: Coloniality persists after formal colonization (colonial systems have shapeshifting, nuanced ways of operating), it is a social mindset instead of a rigid political one.
    • Rethinking Traditional Understandings: Decoloniality challenges the limitations of existing knowledge paradigms, examining how they were shaped by colonial practices.

    Patriarchy

    • Control by Men: A social structure where men hold dominance over women and other aspects of society.
    • Historical/Cultural Basis: Patriarchal societies are historically rooted in cultural and social structures, perpetuating male leadership.
    • Gender-Based Inequality: This system leads to significant inequality due to power imbalance rooted in gender roles and expectations.
    • Economic and Social Systems: Patriarchy affects economic systems and influences social relations within various societies.

    Basic Concepts

    • Intersectionality: A framework that recognizes the interconnected nature of social categorizations (race, class, gender, etc.) as they apply to the lived experiences and outcomes of individuals and groups.
    • Sex vs. Gender: Sex refers to biological differences while Gender refers to the socially constructed expectations of behavior and characteristics associated with sex.
    • Sexuality How people experience and express their sexuality.
    • Gender Inequality: Discrimination and lack of equal opportunity resulting from societal expectations and perceptions.

    Global Inequality

    • Systemic Differences: Unequal distribution of wealth, power and resources between countries.
    • Measurement Through GDP: Countries are measured against gross domestic product, the total value of goods and services produced.
    • Wealth Disparity: There is a significant gap in wealth between countries as measured by the World Bank.
    • Development Stages: Some theories explain differences in wealth/development between nations through variations in stages of development.

    Theories Explaining Differences in Wealth/Development between Nations

    • Market-Oriented Theory: Individual economic growth is prioritized, allowing free markets to determine economic value and success.
    • Modernization Theory: Developed countries set an example/model for countries that are considered less developed. Less developed countries can develop through adopting modern institutions, technologies and cultural values.
    • Dependency Theory: Poverty of low-income countries results from exploitation by wealthy nations, using colonialism as an example of persistent power imbalances.
    • World Systems Theory: The world exists as a single global system with interconnected economic zones. There are core countries with advanced economies, periphery countries, mostly agriculture-based, and semi-periphery, which has features of both.

    Additional Notes

    • Conclusion: Global disparities in wealth and development are multifaceted and complex, reflecting ongoing power dynamics and historical contexts. Social constructions around notions of race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality, have real world consequences.

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