Question

What is meant by ‘cultural relativism’?

• A. Judging other cultures by the standards of one’s own culture
• B. Understanding a culture in its own context without judgment
• C. Promoting cultural uniformity across societies
• D. Ignoring cultural differences

Hint:

Cultural relativism encourages understanding cultures on their own terms, without imposing external judgments or standards.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Cultural relativism is the sociological concept that suggests we should understand and evaluate cultures based on their own values, norms, and context, rather than imposing our own cultural standards. This approach promotes tolerance and understanding by acknowledging that each culture has its unique practices and beliefs.
Judging other cultures by one's own standards (A) is the opposite of cultural relativism, and promoting cultural uniformity (C) or ignoring differences (D) does not align with the principles of cultural relativism.