Question

Which sociologist introduced the concept of the 'Protestant Ethic'?

• A. Émile Durkheim
• B. Max Weber
• C. Talcott Parsons
• D. Herbert Spencer

Hint:

Max Weber is known for linking Protestantism with the rise of capitalism, which he discussed in his famous work, "The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism."

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Max Weber introduced the concept of the "Protestant Ethic," which is a theory that links the rise of capitalism in Western Europe to the values of Protestantism, particularly the emphasis on hard work, thriftiness, and individual responsibility. Weber argued that these values contributed to the development of a capitalist economy.
Émile Durkheim, Talcott Parsons, and Herbert Spencer made significant contributions to sociology, but they did not introduce the concept of the Protestant Ethic.