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Social Stratification, Hierarchy, Inequality and Social Exclusion — Syllabus

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Sociology

What Social Stratification, Hierarchy, Inequality and Social Exclusion covers in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Sociology: 4 topics.

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4 Topics · Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Sociology · 2026-27

Topics in Social Stratification, Hierarchy, Inequality and Social Exclusion

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Social Stratification

  • Social stratification is the division of society into levels based on wealth, power, and status.
  • It is universal — found in all societies, though forms differ.
  • Stratification is ancient and existed even in early human societies.
2

Social Hierarchy

  • Social hierarchy is the ranking of groups as superior or inferior based on status and power.
  • Status refers to respect and privileges; power refers to control over resources.
  • Hierarchy is maintained through cultural beliefs, economic control, and social norms.
3

Inequality

  • Inequality means unfair distribution of resources like wealth, education, and healthcare.
  • It can be based on class, caste, gender, race, or religion.
  • Inequality affects life chances — such as job opportunities and quality of life.
4

Social Exclusion

  • Social exclusion is the denial of full participation in social, economic, and cultural life.
  • It is more than poverty — it includes lack of dignity and rights.
  • Groups like SCs, STs, women, disabled, and elderly face exclusion.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Social Stratification

Social HierarchyInequalitySocial ExclusionTypes of StratificationTheories of StratificationCharacteristics of Stratification

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