Risk society is a concept developed by the German sociologist Ulrich Beck to describe the contemporary condition of society where industrial and technological advancements have created many new types of dangers and risks that were largely unknown in previous ages, characterised by their global scale, potential for catastrophic consequences, and often invisible or uncertain nature. Beck argues that in modern society, the primary risks we face are increasingly manufactured risks, which are not attributable to natural disasters but are the result of human decisions, actions, and technological development, such as the risks associated with global warming, nuclear power, genetically modified organisms, and widespread pollution. These risks often transcend national borders and can have long-term and potentially irreversible impacts, leading to a heightened sense of uncertainty and the need for new forms of social organisation and political action to manage and mitigate these complex and often systemic risks.