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प्रश्न
Write short notes.
Characteristics of society
उत्तर
Society includes likeness: According to Maciver 'society' means likeness. Social relationships exist among those who are alike in body and mind. People have similarities with regard to their needs aim, ideals, values, outlook towards life, and so on.
Society includes difference: A society together with likeness is also based on differences. The difference is an important factor for a healthy society. Different types of personalities are essential in our society in order to satisfy different needs. These differences are based on sex, age, physical strength, intelligence, talent, personality, and unequal possessions of material objects and wealth.
Interdependence: Individuals in society depend upon one another for the satisfaction of needs. One group, one nation, one community depends upon the other for its development. Interdependence is seen in family groups as well. The existence of society depends upon different types of social relationships.
Co-operation: Every society is characterized by co-operation and division of labour. It is necessary for survival.
Normative nature: In a society, social behavior is evaluated by social control. These controlling means are known as norms. Norms control the misbehaviour or the acts which are harmful to society thus protecting society.
Society is dynamic: No society is static. It changes continuously; old customs, traditions, values, norms, and institutions replace the new customs, traditions, values, norms, and institutions.
