Social Sciences

Study of human society and social relationships.

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Culture and Social Change

The Dynamic Nature of Culture

Culture is always changing as people bring in new ideas, technology, and ways of living. Social change happens when society’s rules, values, or structures shift.

How Culture Changes

  • Innovation: New inventions and discoveries.
  • Diffusion: Ideas spread from one culture to another.
  • Social Movements: Groups push for changes in laws or values.

Examples of Social Change

  • The rise of the internet has changed how we communicate and learn.
  • Movements for civil rights have led to more equality and justice.

Why Study Social Change?

Understanding how cultures evolve helps us adapt to new challenges and recognize patterns that can lead to progress or conflict.

Examples

  • Social media platforms change how people interact and express themselves.

  • A country updates its laws to allow more people to vote.

In a Nutshell

Culture is not fixed—it adapts and transforms over time.

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