Cultural relativism states that what is morally permissible or impermissible is determined entirely by either the culture you're in or the culture you came from. This is helpful when looking at cultures and thinking about how to fit into a given culture (things such as what is indecent, what is considered insulting, what forms of punishment are permissible), but it's denial of a moral absolute can seem unsatisfying, especially as many cultures share certain core moral beliefs (i.e. you shouldn't kill people)
Cultural relativism is the view that virtually any feature, custom, or behavior of any given culture is neither better nor worse than that of any culture. This approach derives from a world-view that denies that the existence of objective truth in the moral realm.
One disadvantage with cultural relativism is that it can undermine the ability of the state to do its job - that is, to secure the rights of its people and of its allies - without resorting to the use of force.
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The ideology of cultural relativism was started by Franz Boas. Cultural relativism decrees that an individual should be judged based on their culture.
Cultural relativism becomes vulgar when it is used to justify harmful practices or oppress certain groups, ignoring basic human rights. Anthropologists avoid this by maintaining a critical stance towards cultural practices, taking into account broader social contexts and power dynamics. They seek to understand the complexities of different cultural beliefs and practices without condoning unethical behaviors.
cultural: disadvantages: dependenc on peacekeeping and offending people advantages: social justice and equity
"The major flaw in cultural relativism is that the concept of relativism is wrong. We are now witnessing "cultural relativism" throughout the world with particular emphasis on terrorism: their cultural relativism is the world's capitulation or death with no other choices. " Above a typical Enlightened Absolutist opininion (no offense). Using the word 'wrong' in absolute way. And pointing at unfavourable views as 'terrorism'. An enlightening example of what is not cultural relativism
Marketing relativism is a subtle and unintended result of cultural conditioning.
Most sociologists agree that it is important to practice cultural relativism because it leads to tolerance. Cultural relativism is a term used that believes that all value systems are correct.
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There is no "moral right" in Cultural Relativism. That is the entire point of the philosophy; all value systems in all cultures are equally valid.
A cultural relativist does not believe in an absolute morality--what is moral changes according to the cultural context and situation.