stratifikációval

Stratifikációval is a term referring to the process of stratification, which in sociology denotes the hierarchical arrangement of individuals or groups in a society based on various factors. These factors commonly include wealth, income, social status, education, occupation, and power. Stratification results in the formation of social classes, castes, or other distinct strata within a society, where those in higher strata generally possess more resources and privileges than those in lower strata.

This social layering is a pervasive feature of human societies, varying in its intensity and the criteria used for division across different cultures and historical periods. While some forms of stratification are relatively fluid, allowing for social mobility (the movement of individuals or groups between different social positions), others are more rigid, with limited opportunities for upward or downward movement. The study of stratification seeks to understand the causes, consequences, and patterns of social inequality. It examines how these hierarchical structures influence life chances, access to opportunities, and the distribution of resources, as well as the ways in which social stratification is maintained and challenged. Theories of stratification, such as functionalism and conflict theory, offer different perspectives on its existence and function within society.