Anthropology's Study

Definition

Anthropology's study refers to the examination and analysis of human societies, cultures, and behaviors in order to understand their diversity and dynamics. It encompasses various subfields such as cultural anthropology, archaeology, linguistic anthropology, and physical/biological anthropology.

Related terms

Cultural Relativism:

Cultural relativism is the belief that all cultural practices and beliefs should be understood within their own context rather than judged based on one's own cultural standards.

Bias:

Bias refers to the tendency to favor or have prejudice towards certain individuals or groups over others.

Discrimination:

Discrimination involves treating people unfairly or unequally based on characteristics such as race, gender, religion, or age.