Does it mean that all cultures can behave the same way?

Different groups of people are expected to behave (and do behave) in different ways, even in the same culture. The behavior of individuals is also different because of different contexts and situations. Another reason why people in a culture behave differently is because everyone is unique.

What is the importance of culture in human life?

In addition to its intrinsic value, culture provides important social and economic benefits. With improved learning and health, increased tolerance, and opportunities to come together with others, culture enhances our quality of life and increases overall well-being for both individuals and communities.

What needs do all humans from every culture have in common?

All cultures have to provide for the physical, emotional, and social needs of their members, enculturate new members, resolve conflicts and promote survival for their members. Society must balance the needs of the whole with the needs of the individual.

Why do you think there is a need to understand cultural relativism in our society?

Using the perspective of cultural relativism leads to the view that no one culture is superior than another culture when compared to systems of morality, law, politics, etc. It is a concept that cultural norms and values derive their meaning within a specific social context.

Does everybody have a culture?

What is culture? Everyone has culture. However, while we are born into cultures we are not born with culture. Culture can also be used to describe our way of life and the values, beliefs, and attitudes that we use in everyday life.

Can a society exist without culture?

A culture represents the beliefs and practices of a group, while society represents the people who share those beliefs and practices. Neither society nor culture could exist without the other.

How does culture affect our everyday life?

Our culture shapes the way we work and play, and it makes a difference in how we view ourselves and others. It affects our values—what we consider right and wrong. This is how the society we live in influences our choices. But our choices can also influence others and ultimately help shape our society.

Do cultural universals exist?

Cultural universals (elements of a culture that exist in every society such as food, religion, language, etc.) exist because all cultures have basic needs and they all develop common features to ensure their needs are met.

Does animal have culture?

Culture is probably not rare in animals, although hard experimental evidence is lacking. The strongest case for culture is found in the species most amenable to experimental manipulation, rather than in nonhuman primates. Currently, animals are being judged according to stricter criteria than humans.

Is cultural relativism good or bad?

The idea of Cultural Relativism, as stated above, is appealing and a good scapegoat for the idea of what is moral. Based off of each individual society, certain acts are considered good while others are considered evil. If one abnormal travels to another culture, they could be considered moral.

Do you find cultural relativism at all attractive?

Cultural relativism is appealing because no one is wrong or inferior to anyone else.