Social hierarchies

Social hierarchies are structured rankings within societies or groups, where individuals or groups are categorized according to factors like status, wealth, power, or influence. These rankings influence how people interact, access resources, and make decisions, creating a system of layers from higher to lower positions. Social hierarchies can be formal, such as in organizations or governments, or informal, like status within a community. They help organize social roles and responsibilities, but can also lead to inequalities and disparities in opportunity and treatment.