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Culture and Socialization

Gujarat Board · Class 11 · Sociology

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Card 1Meaning of Culture

What is the simple definition of culture?

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Culture is a way of life. It includes all aspects of human lifestyle including knowledge, beliefs, customs, skills, art, and methods of daily living that distinguish human society from animal society.

Card 2Definition of Culture

According to Edward Taylor, how is culture defined?

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Taylor defines culture as a 'complex whole which includes knowledge, beliefs, art, law, customs and any other capabilities acquired by man as a member of society'.

Card 3Features of Culture

List the six main features of culture.

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1. Culture is a way of life 2. Culture is a learned behaviour 3. Culture is a distinct product of human social life 4. Culture is pervasive, evolutionary and changeable 5. Culture can be transmitted 6

Card 4Types of Culture

What is material culture? Give examples.

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Material culture refers to the physical, tangible objects created by humans. Examples include machines, buildings, roads, bridges, clothes, vehicles, food items, medicines, tools, and furnishings. The

Card 5Types of Culture

What are the two sub-sections of non-material culture?

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Non-material culture is divided into: 1. Cognitive - Knowledge about how to use means or equipment to produce work from nature 2. Normative - Norms, rules, values, and dos and don'ts imposed by societ

Card 6Types of Culture

Define folkways with an example.

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Folkways are methods of behavior that are intuitively accepted by society and are in practice. They are informal norms followed by people. Example: Handshake or bowing to welcome someone, saying 'nama

Card 7Types of Culture

How do customs differ from folkways?

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Customs are folkways that are considered most important from the viewpoint of public welfare and morality. While folkways are general practices, customs carry greater social significance. Example: Soc

Card 8Types of Culture

What distinguishes laws from other social norms?

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Laws are rules that are accepted by courts of the state, interpreted and implemented under certain conditions. They have legal backing and enforcement mechanisms. Examples: The Special Marriage Act 19

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