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The theory that conflict arises when a group feels worse off than others is called:

ARational individualism
BMoral economy theory
CRelative deprivation
DResource mobilisation
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Relative deprivation
1. It stresses resentment and rage. 2. This is relative deprivation. 3. Deprivation alone does not guarantee a movement. _Source: NCERT Class 12 Social Change and Development in India, Chapter 8, Social Movements._
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