How May We Use the Concept of Vernacular Statecraft to Explain

question 15

Essay

How may we use the concept of vernacular statecraft to explain how indigenous communities throughout Ecuador are now able to come together to challenge state power?

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Definitions:

Age Stratification

A sociological concept that refers to the hierarchical ranking and categorization of people based on their ages.

Conflict Theorists

Scholars and thinkers who believe societal structures are the result of conflicts between differing interest groups, focusing on power dynamics and inequality.

Competition

The rivalry between individuals, groups, or organizations, aiming to achieve superiority in a specific field or outcome.

Social Distinctions

The differences recognized by society that categorize people into groups, often based on socioeconomic status, occupation, ethnicity, or culture.