Overview
Weber's Iron Cage Concept highlights the challenges faced by individuals in modern society due to the increasing rationalization and bureaucratic structures. This metaphor illustrates how individuals can feel trapped by the very systems designed to create order and efficiency. As society becomes mor...
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Example: In business, decisions are often made based on data analysis rather than intuition.
Example: Government agencies often operate under bureaucratic structures.
Example: Employees may feel trapped in their jobs due to rigid corporate policies.
Example: Laws and regulations serve as forms of social control in society.
Example: Artistic expression is often seen as a form of individual freedom.
Example: Weber's work laid the foundation for modern sociology.