11TOMOU2: Social Organization- Key vocabulary

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Institution

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An established organization or foundation, especially one dedicated to education, public service, or culture.

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Government

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The governing body of a nation, state, or community that makes decisions and enforces laws.

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NGO (Non-Governmental Organization)

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An independent organization focused on humanitarian, educational, or social activities.

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Civil Society

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Society considered as a community of citizens linked by common interests and collective activity outside government control.

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Hierarchy

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A system in which members of an organization or society are ranked according to authority or status.

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Rights

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Legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement.

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Responsibilities

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Duties or obligations that individuals have within a society.

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Bureaucracy

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A system of government or organization in which decisions are made by state officials rather than elected representatives.

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Power

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The ability or capacity to direct or influence the behavior of others or the course of events.

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Social Justice

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The view that everyone deserves equal economic, political, and social rights and opportunities.