EDUCATION (CBSE/UGC NET)

EDUCATION UGC NET

EDUCATIONAL SOCIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In the absence of law, which of the following help in maintaining social order in simple societies?
A
Mores
B
Folkways
C
Customary rules
D
All of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Maintaining social order can be done through law enforcement or the judicial system. Law enforcement has the mandate to keep each citizen safe from unforeseen activities by arresting criminals.

Detailed explanation-2: -The law is important because it acts as a guideline as to what is accepted in society. Without it there would be conflicts between social groups and communities. It is pivotal that we follow them. The law allows for easy adoption to changes that occur in the society.

Detailed explanation-3: -Law can serve society to bring in social change in two different ways which are provided below: By providing stability in society and maintain an orderly life within the society. Bring in social change by changing itself so as to adjust with the demands and needs of the society and its people.

Detailed explanation-4: -Customs, traditions, mores, folkways ridicules, sarcasm, propaganda, public opinion, law, reward and punishment etc. are the means of social control by which society maintains the social order. An attempt is made here to describe some of the notable means of social control.

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