 Social dominance theory

Social Dominance Theory (SDT) is a social psychological theory that explores the hierarchical relationships among social groups and how these hierarchies affect intergroup relations. Developed by Jim Sidanius and Felicia Pratto in the 1990s, the theory posits that societies are structured in a way that promotes group-based social inequality. It emphasizes that social hierarchies are maintained through various means, including social norms, ideology, and individual behaviors.