feminism overview

• What type of oppression does feminism claim exists in society?

  Patriarchal oppression of women exists in all sections of society.
• What did early feminism focus on?

  Early feminism focused on female issues and representations of women in society.
• What contemporary issues does feminism focus on today?

  It focuses on intersectionality and differences based on various social factors.
• What was the focus of the second wave of feminism?

  It focused on social and economic equality for women.
• What are the different branches of feminism and their approaches?

  • Liberal Feminism: Legal changes to address inequality
  • Marxist Feminism: Dual exploitation by men and capitalism
  • Radical Feminism: Restructuring society to gain equality
• What legislation has liberal feminism successfully introduced?

  The Equal Pay Act and the Equality Act.
• What does Marxist feminism examine?

  It examines the dual exploitation of women by men and capitalism.
• What does radical feminism argue about the patriarchy?

  It is present in all aspects of society and needs restructuring.
• What criticisms do radical feminists face?

  They are criticized for neglecting progress and intersectionality.
• What is the primary aim of feminism?

  To tackle inequality between genders.
• What is a significant criticism of feminism regarding global issues?

  It often prioritizes Western middle-class women's needs over others.
• What contributions has feminism made to sociology?

  • Greater understanding of gender differences
  • New perspectives challenging male-stream sociology
  • Insights into women's experiences in various domains
• How has feminism evolved over time?

  It has adapted to meet contemporary challenges and issues.
• What has feminism changed for women globally?

  Legal changes, access to education, and greater employment opportunities.
• Why will feminism remain relevant in the future?

  Because the scale of gender inequality continues to exist.