In Your Own Words, Explain the Difference Between Descriptive Cultural

question 6

Essay

In your own words, explain the difference between descriptive cultural relativism and normative cultural relativism.

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Definitions:

Bay of Pigs

The Bay of Pigs refers to an unsuccessful invasion of Cuba in 1961 by Cuban exiles backed by the U.S. government aiming to overthrow Fidel Castro's regime.

Cuban People

The inhabitants or citizens of Cuba, a country in the Caribbean, known for their diverse cultural heritage including Spanish and African influences.

Pentagon

The headquarters of the United States Department of Defense, located in Arlington, Virginia, named for its distinctive five-sided shape.

Nuclear Test Ban Treaty

The Nuclear Test Ban Treaty is an international agreement that prohibits all nuclear detonation tests for both civilian and military purposes.