noun
minority group; social minority
Refers to a group that is in a minority position within a society, often in terms of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Used in sociological and political contexts.
社会的少数者の権利を守ることは重要だ。
Protecting the rights of minority groups is important.
この政策は社会的少数者への支援を強化する。
This policy strengthens support for social minorities.
Compound of 社会的 (social) + 少数者 (minority person/group). The term is a modern coinage used in sociology and political discourse.