Social Structure and Social System — Flashcards

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Social structure refers to the organized pattern of social relationships and social institutions that together make up society. It is the way people are arranged in society through stable relationship…

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The main elements of social structure are: (1) Values, (2) Norms, (3) Groups and Institutions, and (4) Status and Role. These elements work together to create order and stability in society. For insta…

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Values are shared beliefs about what is good, desirable, and important in a society. They guide people's behavior and form the foundation of culture. For example, in Indian society, values like 'famil…

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Social norms are rules or standards that guide behavior in society. They tell people what is acceptable or unacceptable in a given situation. Norms can be obligatory (must do) or permissive (can do).

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Relational (or obligatory) norms define duties and responsibilities in specific relationships, like a student respecting teachers. Regulatory norms set limits on acceptable behavior for everyone, such…

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Major social institutions include the family, economy, religion, and political systems. These institutions fulfill basic societal needs: family for reproduction and socialization, economy for liveliho…

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Status is a socially defined position that a person holds in a group or society, such as mother, teacher, or doctor. Each status comes with certain rights, duties, and expectations. For example, a tea…

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Ascribed status is assigned at birth and not earned, such as gender, caste, or age. Achieved status is earned through personal effort or choice, such as being a doctor, athlete, or spouse. For example…