Role of Social Institutions In a Multicultural Society

Authors

K. R. Ramakrishnan, West Texas A&M University
Pallassana R. Balgopal, University of Illinois

Abstract

With the rapid change in the demographic structure of the American society, the United States is becoming a mosaic of multiculturalism. Such changes have dramatic implications for social institutions. To understand such changes an overview of the evolution of multiculturalism from a historical perspective is provided. The concept of cultural pluralism is discussed for delineating the role of social institutions. Also examined is the issue of affirmative action, and the role of social welfare institution.

Recommended Citation

Ramakrishnan, K. R. and Balgopal, Pallassana R. (1995) "Role of Social Institutions In a Multicultural Society," The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 22: Iss. 1, Article 3.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.2213
Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol22/iss1/3