Introduction Strain Theory, developed by sociologist Robert K. Merton, offers an essential framework for understanding deviant behavior as a response to societal pressures. According to Strain Theory, individuals experience strain when they are unable to achieve culturally valued goals—such as…
Introduction Social mobility, the ability of individuals or groups to move within a social hierarchy, plays a critical role in shaping life opportunities, access to resources, and overall social status. In societies where upward mobility is seen as achievable, people…
Benedict Anderson’s theory of “Imagined Communities” has become a fundamental concept in sociology, political science, and cultural studies, offering an insightful lens into the formation of nations, national identity, and collective consciousness. This concept, introduced in Anderson’s seminal 1983 book…
Introduction Strain Theory, a concept initially developed by sociologist Robert K. Merton, seeks to explain how societal pressures and inequalities can drive individuals to engage in deviant behavior. Merton’s Strain Theory focuses on the gap between culturally valued goals, such…
Introduction Strain Theory, developed by sociologist Robert K. Merton, provides a framework for understanding how societal pressures and structural inequalities contribute to deviant behavior. According to Strain Theory, individuals experience strain when they are unable to achieve culturally valued goals—such…
Introduction Strain Theory, a foundational concept in sociology and criminology, offers insight into why individuals turn to deviant behaviors when societal pressures prevent them from achieving desired goals through legitimate means. Originally developed by Robert K. Merton, Strain Theory posits…
Introduction to Social Engineering Social engineering, as a field of study, explores the deliberate influence and manipulation of social groups, norms, and cultural systems to achieve specific objectives. From governmental policy decisions to corporate branding strategies, social engineering touches virtually…
