Which of the following concepts describes a situation wherein society's masses
Perceive themselves as having more freedom than they actually do?
A) authority
B) false consciousness
C) ideology
D) post-panoptical society
E) hegemony

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False consciousness is the concept that describes a situation wherein society's masses perceive themselves as having more freedom than they actually do. This is enabled by the ruling class controlling the means of production, and shaping the narratives and ideas of society to perpetuate their power and control. The working class is thus led to believe that they have more autonomy and agency than they actually do, resulting in a pervasive misunderstanding of their own situation.

Which of the Following Concepts Describes a Situation Wherein Society's