Nepedia

Society articles — Page 37

Read about communities, institutions and the ways people organise their lives together. Choose an article below; its reading controls let you move between the available levels.

5,741 public articles · Page 37 of 120

Civil disobedience

Some people do not follow unfair laws. They do this in a peaceful way. They want to make things fair for all. This can help change the world. It is a way to stand up for what is right. Do you know how to be brave?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Civil Disobedience (essay)

A man wrote a book. He said we should do what is right. Sometimes laws are not fair. We should not help bad things happen. This helps make the world better. Do you think it is important to be fair?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Civil disorder

Sometimes groups of people get very upset. They may march to ask for change. They might block roads or buildings. This can sometimes lead to hurt feelings or broken things. It is a way people try to be heard. Do you…

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Civil law (common law)

Some laws help people get along. These laws deal with private things. They help when people disagree. One person may pay the other. This makes things fair. It is good to be fair. Do you like being fair?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Civil marriage

A civil marriage is a special promise. A leader from the state signs it. It makes the marriage real for the law. This helps people live together. It is a way to show love. Do you know how people marry?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Civil procedure

Courts have special rules. These rules help people solve problems. They help when one person wants help from another. This can help make things fair. It is good to know the rules. Do you like rules?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Civil Procedure Rules

These are rules for courts. They help people solve problems. The rules make things fast. They also make things cheap. These rules use easy words. They help you understand. Do you like rules?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Claim rights and liberty rights

Some rules help us live together. Some rules let you do things. They give you freedom. Other rules say others must help you. This makes things fair for all. Do you like to follow rules?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Claire Lee Chennault

Claire was a pilot. He flew planes in the sky. He led a group called the Flying Tigers. They helped people in China. He was a brave leader. Do you like planes?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Clara Zetkin

Clara Zetkin was a brave leader. She lived in Germany a long time ago. She worked hard for women. She wanted girls to have the same rights as boys. Her work helps us today. Do you want to learn more?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Clarence Darrow

Clarence Darrow was a famous lawyer. He helped many people in court. He worked hard to be fair. He spoke in a very kind way. He wanted to make the world better. Do you want to learn more about him?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Clark Wissler

Clark Wissler was a man who studied people. He lived a long time ago. He learned how groups lived in different places. He wanted to know how people learn. His work helps us learn today. Do you like to learn new things?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Class consciousness

People think about their place in the world. Some groups work together. They want things to be fair. This helps them change things. It matters to all of us. Do you know your group?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Class (education)

A class is a group of kids. You learn new things in a class. It can be a room. It can be a group of friends. You might meet them again later. It is a fun way to learn. Do you like your class?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Classical economics

Long ago, thinkers studied money. They wanted to help countries grow. They thought trade helped everyone. This helps us understand our world. It is very interesting! Do you like learning about money?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Classical liberalism

Some people have big ideas. They want people to be free. They think the government should be small. This helps people work and trade. It is a way to live. Do you like to be free?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Classical radicalism

Long ago, some people wanted change. They wanted things to be fair. They wanted more people to vote. This helped make the world better. It matters to us today. Do you want to help make things fair?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Classroom

A classroom is a place to learn. People learn many new things there. You can sit at a desk or on a rug. It is a space for you to grow. Do you like your classroom?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Class struggle

Sometimes, groups of people do not get along. They may want different things. This can cause tension in a land. It matters because we want things to be fair. It is a big part of our story. Do you see how people work…

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Cleaner

A cleaner helps keep things tidy. They clean houses and offices. Some clean big trains too. This work helps us all. It keeps our world neat. Do you like to help clean?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Cleisthenes

Long ago, a man named Cleisthenes lived in Athens. He wanted things to be fair. He helped many people have a say in how to rule. This helped the city grow. It was a big change for everyone. Do you like to help make…

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Cleon

Cleon was a leader in a city called Athens. He helped many poor people. He also led soldiers in a big war. Some people did not like him very much. He was a very strong man. Do you like to lead groups?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Clerk

A clerk helps in an office. They keep track of things. They file papers and answer phones. This job helps many people. It is a big job for us. Do you like to help?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Climate change denial

Some people do not believe the Earth is warming. They say the air is not changing. This can make it hard to help our world. We must listen to what science tells us. It helps us keep the Earth safe. Do you like to…

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Clive Palmer

Clive Palmer is a very rich man. He owns many big businesses. He has mines and large resorts. He also wanted to build a new ship. Some things he did were not fair to others. Do you want to learn more?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Close-quarters battle

People sometimes fight in close spaces. This can happen in cities. It can happen in small rooms. Teams learn how to stay safe. They practice together. Do you see how they work as a team?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

C. L. R. James

C. L. R. James was a writer. He lived in many places. He wrote many books. He also liked to play sports. His words helped many people. Do you like to read books?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Clyde Tolson

Clyde Tolson was a law officer. He worked for the FBI. He helped a leader named J. Edgar Hoover. They worked together for a long time. He did a big job. He helped many people. Can you name a law officer?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Coast guard

A coast guard helps people at sea. They use big boats and planes. They look for people who are lost. They also keep the water safe. They work hard to help us. Do you like the ocean?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Code of law

A law code is a list of rules. These rules help people live together. They tell us what is right. This helps keep things fair for everyone. It is a very good idea. Do you follow rules too?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Codification (law)

People use books to write down rules. These books help us know the law. It is good to have clear rules. We can all read them. It makes things fair for everyone. Do you like following rules?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Coin grading

People look closely at old coins. They check if the coin is shiny. They see if it has marks. This helps find how much it is worth. It is like a test for coins. Do you like old coins?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

COINTELPRO

Long ago, the FBI had a secret plan. They watched many groups of people. They tried to make these groups stop working. This was not fair to them. It hurt many leaders. Do you think it is good to be fair?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Colin Powell

Colin Powell was a great leader. He worked in the Army for a long time. He also helped the whole country. He was a very important man. He worked hard to help many people. Do you want to learn more about him?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Collaborative law

Some people work together to solve problems. They use a team to help them. This team has many helpers. They work to make things fair. It helps families stay calm. Can you think of a time you worked with a team?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Collective bargaining

Workers can talk together. They talk to their bosses. They ask for better pay. They ask for safe work. This helps everyone work well. Do you want to help your friends?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Collective memory

Groups of people share memories. They remember things together. These stories help a group feel special. It is like a big shared story. We learn from the past. Do you share stories with your friends?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Collective responsibility

Sometimes, a whole group is blamed for one person's mistake. This can happen in schools or at work. It can be very unfair to everyone. Many people work to make things fair. Do you think that is fair?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Collective Security Treaty Organization

Some countries work together. They help each other stay safe. They practice together often. This helps them stay ready. It is good to help friends. Do you like to help your friends?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Collège de France

A king started a school long ago. It is in a city called Paris. Teachers there study many things. They teach all kinds of new ideas. Anyone can come to listen. It is a very special place. Do you like to learn new things?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Coloman, King of Hungary

Coloman was a king from long ago. He loved to read many books. He was a very smart leader. He helped his people follow new rules. He also ruled a place called Croatia. Do you like to read books too?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Colonel

A colonel is a leader. They lead a big group of people. This group is called a regiment. They help keep things in order. It is a very big job. Do you want to be a leader?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Colony

A colony is a new land. A far away place rules it. They often take things from the land. This can be very unfair to people. Many places are now free. Do you know any far away places?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Colour revolution

Many people wanted to change how they were led. They held big meetings in the streets. They wanted fair votes for everyone. This helped many places become more free. It is a way to help a country. Do you like to help…

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Comecon

Long ago, some countries joined together. They wanted to help each other. They shared things like tools and food. This helped them work as a team. It was a big group of friends. Do you like to work in a team?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Command and control

Leaders use a plan to help people. They use tools to talk and work. They must reach a big goal. This helps everyone stay safe. It is how teams do a job. Do you like working in a team?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Commander

A commander is a leader. They lead teams on ships. They can lead in the army too. Some commanders work with the police. This job helps keep people safe. Do you want to be a leader?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Commander-in-chief

A leader is in charge of the army. This person makes big choices. They help keep the land safe. It is a very big job. We see these leaders in many places. Do you know a leader?

Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article

Explore another subject · Open Discover and Search