What can master statues tell about how developed a society is ?

Master status is a term in sociology used to describe the status of greatest importance in a particular person's life. This can be based on any status, such as your gender, ethnicity, skin tone, physical and mental health or ability, economic status, sexual orientation, religious or spiritual tradition, employment status, occupation or family responsibility, such as a parent or grandparent.

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