Think of a feudal society as a pyramid. At the very top is the king, next would come the aristocracy, the third level would have professional people and tradesmen, the final largest group would be the surfs. All the power is at the top.
an emperor has no helpers to rule the empire/kingdom
power shared between different organs of government(horizontal power sharing) power shared between different levels of government(vertical power sharing) power shared among different social groups power shared among different political parties,pressure groups,etc
Political anthropology examines the relationship between power, authority, and society within different cultures and societies. It looks at how political systems are structured, how power is distributed, and how individuals and groups navigate political dynamics within their communities.
A. Power was based on class relationships
A. Power was based on class relationships
Yes, power is often unevenly distributed across various social, economic, and political contexts. Factors such as wealth, education, race, and gender can create disparities in access to resources and decision-making authority. This uneven distribution of power can lead to systemic inequalities and influence the opportunities available to different groups within society. Addressing these imbalances is crucial for fostering equity and justice.
Pluralist theory suggests that power in society is distributed among various competing groups with different interests, rather than being concentrated in the hands of a single dominant group. It advocates for a democratic system where diverse groups have the opportunity to influence political decisions.
Daimyo is the one who held the most power in Japanese feudalism. He took over when the Tokugawa family seized power in Japan.
Feudalism in Europe began shortly after the fall of the roman empire. You see, after Rome was conquered, a lot of people fled the city and began to form groups in order to gain protection. These groups will eventually form kingdoms (although it will probably be a good idea for you to review feudalism vs. manorialism.) Remember that the Roman Catholic Church also began gaining power around this time.
Conflict theory in sociology views society as imbalanced, with power and resources unequally distributed among different groups. It focuses on how inequalities create conflict and social change.
It isn’t distributed and all the power lies with the church.
false