Define and Explain the Function of the Levirate and the Sororate

question 54

Essay

Define and explain the function of the levirate and the sororate.

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Definitions:

Organizational Politics

Refers to the activities carried out within organizations to acquire, develop, and use power and other resources to obtain one’s preferred outcomes in a situation where there is uncertainty or disagreement.

Self-Interest

The focus on one's own advantage or well-being without regard for others, often considered a motivating factor in human behavior.

Opposition

Resistance or dissent, expressed in action or argument, against a prevailing idea, policy, or entity.

Organizational Politics

The use of power, influence, and networking within an organization to achieve changes that benefit the individual or the organization, often involving a complex interplay of interests.