What term did Pareto popularize in social analysis?
Hierarchy
Class
Elite
Democracy
Answer
Elite, a term popularized by Vilfredo Pareto, refers to a small, powerful group that holds disproportionate influence and resources in society. Pareto's "elite theory" suggests that societies are naturally divided into two classes: the elite, who govern and control, and the masses, who are governed and controlled. This theory has been influential in social analysis, highlighting the role of power dynamics and inequality in shaping societal structures and outcomes.
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