Sociology · Michel Foucault and the Panopticon
Arrange the following conceptual stages and technological evolutions of the 'Panopticon' in Michel Foucault's framework of power and knowledge, moving from its foundational physical structure to its modern manifestations: A. The establishment of a prison with cells around a large observation tower B. The dynamic where everything inmates do is visible, forcing them to exercise self-restraint C. The recognition of the institution as a prototype of total societal control and surveillance D. The evolution into intelligence services and satellite observations over geophysical territories Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- 1B, C, A, D
- 2A, B, C, D✓
- 3C, A, B, D
- 4A, C, D, B
Correct answer
A, B, C, D
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