Discuss pareto's theory of circulation of elites
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Pareto’s treatment of the circulation of elites is often cited and is generally considered the most interesting part of his sociology. Pareto believed that individuals are born with quite different abilities and acquire quite different skills and aptitudes. According to Pareto, since in every society there are classes, therefore each society is heterogeneous. Such a heterogeneity takes place on account of mental, moral, physical and cultural reasons but helps in maintaining social balance and organisation. According to Pareto, people are unequal physically, as well as intellectually and morally.
Explanation:According to Pareto, “By elite, we mean the small number of individuals who, in each sphere of activity, have succeeded and have arrived at a higher echelon in the professional hierarchy.” Examples are the successful businessmen, artists, successful writers, professors etc. Pareto further divided the elite class into two categories:
1. A governing elite
2. A non-governing elite.
Governing elites are directly and indirectly concerned with administration. They play highly important role and enjoy prestigious place in society. Non-Governing elites are not connected with administration but occupy such a place in society that they somehow influence the administration.Basic characteristics of elites:
1. The individuals not belonging to either of the governing elite or non-governing elite are called non-elite.
2. The class of elite is universal and continuous process.
3. The elite manipulate overtly or covertly the political power.
4. The elite is having the capacity to establish superiority over others.
5. The members of the elite class will always try that the non- elites should not influence social, economic and political processes in any manner.
6. The non-elites respect only such elites who are liberal in outlook and approach, because they alone can help them to come nearer to each other.