Question

Compex societies with examples

Answer 1

A complex society is a concept that is shared by a range of disciplines including anthropology, archaeology, history and sociology to describe a stage of social formation. The concept was formulated by scholars attempting to understand how modern states emerged, specifically the transition from small kin-based societies to large hierarchically structured societies.[1] A ‘complex society’ is characterized by features such as:

State with a large population wherein its economy is structured according to specialization and a division of labor. These economic features spawn a bureaucratic class and institutionalize inequality.[2]Archaeologically, features such as big architectural projects and prescribed burial rites.[2]Large scale agricultural development, which allows members of society time for specialized skill sets.Organized political structure.

The term is mostly used as short hand to indicate a society with intricate political organization and using technology to expand economic production.[3]