Question

How did Wright Mills view relations of power?

a) As solely individualistic and unrelated to society
b) As primarily determined by genetic factors
c) As shaped by broader societal forces and structures
d) None of the above

Answer 1

C. Wright Mills saw relations of power as influenced by societal structures and coined the term 'power elite' to describe a concentrated group that controls societal power.

C. Wright Mills viewed relations of power as shaped by broader societal forces and structures. Mills introduced the concept of the power elite, emphasizing that a relatively small group of people control much of society's power, and they use government and social policies to maintain and expand their wealth. He recognized the importance of societal structures over individualistic approaches or genetic factors in understanding power dynamics in society.