
Understanding Foucault’s Concept of Docile Bodies
In this article, we explore Michel Foucault's concept of docile bodies and its implications in understanding power dynamics in society. Foucault argues that docile bodies are individuals who have been subjected to various techniques of discipline and control, resulting in their submission to authority and the normalization of their behavior. We delve into the role of disciplinary techniques and the implications of docile bodies for our understanding of power and social control. We also discuss resistance and subversion as avenues for challenging power structures. By critically examining power dynamics, we can strive for greater autonomy and agency.

