Basic Concepts in Sociology — Sociology STD 11 Commerce / Arts — Question
Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 Commerce / ArtsSociologyBasic Concepts in Sociology4 Marks
Question
Social Norms
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Answer
They are generally known as standards of group behaviour.
It is related to conformity in society. Conformity gives stability to society and creates peace and order in society.
No society and no social group can exist without norms.
Norms have made possible the orderly interaction of people in society.
Everywhere, norms serve the individual as a guide for conduct.
They are generally known as ‘standards of group behaviour.
The word norm is used to represent folkways, mores, laws, customs etc. Example : Obedience from children, the manner of speech, the time of meals, not telling lies etc.
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