Inter-generational social mobility refers to the ability of individuals to move up or down the social ladder compared to their parents or previous generations. It is a concept that highlights the influence of family background on one's life outcomes. Factors such as education, occupation, and income play a crucial role in determining social mobility. A society with high inter-generational social mobility provides equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background, to achieve upward social mobility. However, in reality, social mobility is often influenced by various inequalities, such as race, gender, and socioeconomic status, which can hinder upward mobility and perpetuate social disparities.