classbound
Classbound refers to individuals or societies whose opportunities, behaviors, and identities are significantly constrained by their social class position. In sociological contexts, this term describes how rigid class structures limit social mobility and shape life outcomes based on socioeconomic status rather than individual merit or ability.
The concept is particularly relevant in discussions about social stratification and inequality. Classbound systems often create
Historically, classbound societies have been characterized by hereditary privileges and limited opportunities for those in lower
Scholars study classbound phenomena to understand how social structures perpetuate inequality and to develop policies that