| Author | Saeed, Seema |
| Call Number | AIT SSPR no. HS-92-08 |
| Subject(s) | Middle classes
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| Note | A special study submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science, School of Engineering and Technology |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Series Statement | Special studies project report ; no. HS-92-08 |
| Abstract | Modern "class" theories view social classes as socio-economic entities
which are defined by cultural values and norms, as well as the material
standing of individuals. Industrialization gives rise to a three-class
society, in which an intermediate class has emerged. This middle class
ranges from the non-manual white-collar workers who enjoy a better
social and economic position than the manual workers of the working
class, to the skilled technical experts who stand just below the "rich"
upper class in the social structure. Middle class is often seen as an
urban phenomenon. Various fields of study have researched the
middle class and its potential as a strong social driving force. Through
the review of literature, this paper attempts to understand the middle
class as a socio-economic institution of modern societies. |
| Year | 1992 |
| Corresponding Series Added Entry | Asian Institute of Technology. Special studies project report ; no. HS-92-08 |
| Type | Special Study Project Report (SSPR) |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology (SET) |
| Department | Other Field of Studies (No Department) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Human Settlement (HS) |
| Chairperson(s) | Weber, Karl E. ;Delsol, Jean Pierre |
| Degree | Special Studies Project Report (M. Sc.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 1992 |