Q2:
1. Social Stratification
This is a fixed hierarchical arrangement in a society through which different groups get access to power, resources and perceived social worth. It is a system of structured social inequality. For example, a sport is a system of social stratification since the organization is arranged in a hierarchy such that some people have more power and resources than others. This system is made up of groups who include fans who contribute funds that are essential to the growth of the team, sponsors who are the economic engines, owners who own the club and control most resources and the players who earn the highest salaries.
2. Modernization Theory
This is a theory of global stratification that interprets the economic development of various countries as growing from technological change. This theory explains that a country increases modernization through technological development and it views economic development as a process through which traditional societies increase their complexity. According to this theory, countries must adjust their traditional values, attitudes, and institutions for economic development to take place. It is a result of culture and traditional customs that keep a nation from developing.
3. Dependency Theory
This theory explains that poverty of low-income countries as a result of economic and political dependence on wealthy nations. Dependency theory explains that poverty experienced in many developing countries is due to exploitation by powerful, wealthy countries. Although various market-oriented theories explain why some countries are successful, they don’t explain the reason behind poverty in most developing countries.
4. Worlds Systems Theory
This theory is established on the premise that no nation in the world is deliberated in isolation. This is because; every country is tied to other countries in the world in many ways. According to this theory, the world economic system should be understood as a single unit and not as a group or an individual country.
Q3:
Hans Rosling’s hopeful interpretation has changed my perspective on life significantly. His conclusion that it is possible to end poverty in the world, something that seems almost impossible is an uplifting thought. His interpretation has made complex things to appear simple, fun and achievable. This has changed my perspective on life by making me understand that it is possible to make everything happen with the right attitude.
Q4:
Looking at the explanations outlined in this film, eradicating extreme poverty by 2030. This movie has shone a ray of light on the remarkably emerging countries by providing reliable statistics which can be followed through to achieve poverty eradication. It has also pointed out the cause of the poor state among these nations which will help take the necessary precautions. Filled with evidence-based research and statistics, I would recommend this life-saving film to anyone.
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