cultural hegemony
noun
Cultural dominance or ascendancy; the predominance of a particular set of cultural norms; specifically (in Marxist theory) the cultural domination of a society by a ruling class which imposes or inculcates its own ideas, values, etc., thereby ensuring acceptance of the status quo by other classes.
- In Marxist theory, chiefly associated with Antonio Gramsci (1891–1937)..
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in Young India.
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