EDUCATION UGC NET
EDUCATIONAL SOCIOLOGY
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It is a basic social unit
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All these above characteristics are found in it
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There is high degree of face-to-face relationship within this
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A high degree of importance is attached to it by all societies of people
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Detailed explanation-1: -The family is generally regarded as a primary social institution. The institution of family is a basic unit in the society, and the multifaceted functions performed by it makes it a much-needed institution in a society. It is one of the oldest social institution on the earth.
Detailed explanation-2: -Most definitions refer to family as a universal social institution, which is constituted of persons directly linked by “kin” connection where the adult members, assume the responsibility of caring for the children (Marsh et al., 1996).
Detailed explanation-3: -A family is a small social group made up of a husband, a wife, and their kids. Families share traits including universality, nuclear position, social control, emotional foundation, and small size. According to sociologists, families serve specific purposes in keeping society functioning.