The _________ Includes Divisions of Society with Wealth and Political

question 69

Multiple Choice

The _________ includes divisions of society with wealth and political influence such as -federal, state, and local agencies and governments; commissions; and regulatory agencies.

• A)criminal justice system
• B)informal power structure
• C)formal power structure
• D)none of the above

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Definitions:

Mahatma Mohandas Gandhi

An Indian lawyer and anti-colonial nationalist who led the campaign for India's independence from British rule through non-violent protest.

Black Power Movement

A political and social movement in the 1960s and 1970s emphasizing racial pride, economic empowerment, and the creation of political and cultural institutions for African Americans.

Institutional Power

is the control or influence that organizations or institutions have over societal norms, policies, and behaviors.

Malcolm X

An African American civil rights leader who advocated for the rights of African Americans through any means necessary, distinct from the nonviolent tactics of Martin Luther King Jr.