patriarchy and matriarchy
Patriarchy refers to a social system where men hold more power, authority, and influence over women. It is characterized by male dominance in various realms of society, such as politics, economics, and family structure. Matriarchy, on the other hand, is a social system where women hold more power, authority, and influence over men. In a matriarchal society, women often take the leading roles in decision-making, governance, and societal structures. Both terms describe different gender-based power structures that exist in various cultures and societies, highlighting the differences in the distribution of power between men and women.
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