Understanding Cultural Relativism

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In contemporary sociology, the concept of cultural relativism is paramount in understanding the diversity of cultural practices and beliefs across different societies. This concept posits that a person’s beliefs, values, and practices should be understood based on that person's own culture, rather than be judged against the criteria of another culture. Which of the following statements best exemplifies the principle of cultural relativism?

Cultural practices are often criticized and should be judged by universal ethical standards.

Understanding a culture's practices should be grounded in the historical and social contexts from which they emerge.

All cultural practices are inherently equal and cannot be compared.

Cultural norms should be understood only through the lens of the dominant culture.

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