Hegemony is a ideological chain which is obtained through consensus mechanisms rather than through oppression of other social classes. There are various ways that are used, for example through those in society that determine directly or indirectly the cognitive structures of the community. That is why hegemony is essentially an attempt to lead people to assess and view social problems within a determined framework. In this context, Gramsci emphasizes more on cultural aspects(ideological).

 
The state with all its aspects, which is expanded to include the hegemony area, has both prestige and the appearance of the historical unity of the ruling class in concrete form, which results from the organic relations between the state or political society and civil society.
In summary, the hegemony concept of Antonio Gramsci is not something that is forced. This hegemony must be achieved through political, cultural and intellectual efforts to create a common world view for all societies. Gramsci's political theory explains how ideas or ideology become an instrument of domination that gives the ruling group legitimacy to rule.

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