Which of the following is the correct definition of ideological social control?
a. The attempt to manipulate the consciousness of citizens so that they accept the ruling ideology and refuse to be moved by competing ideologies
b. The attempt to punish or neutralize (render powerless) organizations or individuals who deviate from society's norms
c. The attempt to punish or neutralize (render powerless) organizations or individuals who conform to society's norms
d. The attempt to manipulate the consciousness of citizens so that they refuse to be moved by the ruling ideology or competing ideologies
Answer: a. The attempt to manipulate the consciousness of citizens so that they accept the ruling ideology and refuse to be moved by competing ideologies
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