The Aymara of Bolivia are a perfect example of social stratification that occurs in developing and independent countries. Their political, economic, and social roles differ from the upper class of mestizos. This also occurs in the United States, a country known for providing equal opportunity to all people.
In the village of Vitocota, mestizos have the upper hand. They differ from the Aymara in many different ways such as the fact that they speak Spanish, and dress Western. Aymara speak their native language, and wear handwoven garments. Mestizos also live better since they own most of the land, while the Aymara cultivate it. Medical as well as educational resources, are available to mestizos. While the Aymara do receive some educa
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