Answer to Question #253546 in Sociology for Sociology

Question

Using your sociological imagination evaluate the role of dominant elites in society.

Answer 1

The elites include a small group of powerful individuals who hold a disproportionate amount of money, wealth, privilege, skills, and political power in the society. They play a significant role in controlling information circulation and ideas among the non-elites. They strive to remain in greater positions and control power. Their influence in technology, especially helps them to maintain their position.