Why is the social structure of China different from that of the West?

The basic structure of rural society in China is a "personal contact network". The most important thing of this self-centered social network in China's differential order pattern is "self-denial".

The "group pattern" of western society is that there is a * * * shelf first, and everyone relies on this shelf to connect with each other. The western moral concept originates from religion, which suggests that people should respect each other's rights, and groups should also protect individual rights.

2. Social order is maintained in different ways.

China is gemeinschaft, and China's courtesy is a socially recognized and appropriate code of conduct. It is tradition and accumulated experience that maintain this criterion.

For western society, the maintenance of social order depends on the rule of law, which requires tangible authority to maintain social norms and related laws and regulations.

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The difference between China society and western society can also be reflected in the prevention and control of new epidemics.

People in China society and western society have different reactions to self-isolation: the vast majority of China people stay at home safely, do a good job of self-isolation, and consciously wear masks even when they go out; Some people in western society go out for parties on the grounds of personal freedom, do not wear masks and oppose isolation.

When an infectious disease occurs, isolating and preventing others from being infected is a "ritual" recognized by China society and a suitable social code of conduct, so most people will abide by it. For western society, relevant laws and regulations or administrative rights are needed to require people to isolate themselves and prevent others from being infected.