2006-09-25 12:32:45 · 5 answers · asked by Ellen H 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
In a truly pluralistic society, all religions are treated as equals.
2006-09-26 10:24:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One in which a variety of sub-cultures and ideas are accepted and treated as equal under the law.
American Heritage Dictionary:
plu·ral·ism (plr-lzm) KEY
NOUN:
The condition of being multiple or plural.
A condition in which numerous distinct ethnic, religious, or cultural groups are present and tolerated within a society.
The belief that such a condition is desirable or socially beneficial.
2006-09-25 12:37:33 · answer #2 · answered by GreenEyedLilo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cultural pluralism
Sociology
1. a condition in which minority groups participate fully in the dominant society, yet maintain their cultural differences.
2. a doctrine that a society benefits from such a condition.
Main Entry: cultural pluralism
Part of Speech: noun
Definition: a condition in which many cultures coexist within a society and maintain their cultural differences; also called multiculturalism
Example: Cultural pluralism seeks to overcome racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination.
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2006-09-25 12:36:45 · answer #3 · answered by Indigo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The U.S.A. as opposed to Saudi Arabia.
2006-09-25 12:35:52 · answer #4 · answered by samssculptures 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
influences of diffrent cultures or mixed cultures
2006-09-25 12:36:23 · answer #5 · answered by george p 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋