The Marxian framework of social stratification constitutes one of the most influential theoretical paradigms for understanding social inequality and class dynamics within political sociology and critical social theory. Rooted in a historical materialist analysis of capitalist societies, Marx’s conceptualization of stratification foregrounds economic relations of production as the primary determinant of social structure and conflict. … Continue reading Critically analyze the Marxian framework of social stratification, evaluating its conceptual foundations, theoretical contributions, and limitations within the broader discourse of social inequality and class analysis.