Introduction Education has long been celebrated as the great equalizer — a pathway through which individuals can transcend social barriers and achieve upward mobility. However, sociological inquiry reveals a paradox: while education promises equality of opportunity, in practice it often reproduces and legitimizes existing social inequalities. Schools, instead of being neutral grounds of meritocracy, have … Read more
Introduction Social media has become one of the most influential forces in shaping human interaction, identity, and perception in the 21st century. From Facebook and Instagram to X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok, these platforms connect billions of people across the globe in real time. Yet, beneath this façade of equality and openness lies a subtle … Read more
Introduction on Concept of Habitus and Capital Pierre Bourdieu, one of the most influential sociologists of the 20th century, developed key concepts that have profoundly shaped contemporary sociological thought. Among his most significant contributions are the concepts of habitus and capital, which he used to analyze social structures, power dynamics, and cultural reproduction. Bourdieu’s theories provide a framework … Read more