Group-A
955 | Sheikh Jishan Hossain |
966 | Sheikh Foysal Shahrier Rabit |
973 | Athef Ahabab Gourob |
980 | Nusrat Jahan Meghla |
974 | Sheikh Saharuzzaman Abir |
Total | |
Members
Remarks
Social Institutions and Their Importance in Society
An In-Depth Exploration
Social Institution
Social Institution are organized patterns of beliefs and behavior that are centered on basic social needs
Max Weber has defined the social institution as “The social relations in a whole network of social action.”
Types Of Social Institution
The most basic institutions which are found even in primitive societies.
e.g: religion, family, marriage, property, some kind of political system�
Primary Social Institutions
01
As societies, grow in size and complexities institutions become progressive and more differentiated. These institutions are established to satisfy the secondary needs of people.
e.g: education, examination, law, legislation, constitution
Secondary Social Institutions
02
Elements of Social Institution
Family considered a “building block” of society. Because it’s the primary unit through which socialization occurs .�
Education socializes children into society by teaching cultural values and norms.
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Family
Education
The belief in and worship of a superhuman power or powers, especially a God or gods.
Religion
01
02
03
Elements of Social Institution
A government is the system or group of people governing an organized community, generally a state.
An economy is an area of the production, distribution and trade, as well as consumption of goods and services.
Government
Economy
04
05
Feature of Social institutions
Social in nature
Universal
Relatively permanent
Social institutions come into being due to the relationships and behaviors of individuals.
Social institutions exist everywhere i.e. in all the societies and at all the stages of social development.
Social institutions are permanent in nature, with a special structure with changes in its functions but slowly and gradually.
Feature of Social institutions
Interdependent
Social institutions are standardized norms
Means of satisfying social needs
Social institutions depend on each other and have a mutual co-existence. E.g. family depends on the economy, the economy depends on the political status of the country.
An institution must be understood as standardized procedures and norms.
Social institutions cater to the satisfaction of some basic and vital needs of human beings. E.g. marriage satisfies the sexual and psychological needs of men.
Feature of Social institutions
As control mechanisms
Abstract in nature
Social institutions like religion, morality, state, government, law, legislation, etc. control the behavior of men.
Institutions are not external, visible, or tangible things. They are abstract. Thus marriage cannot be kept in a museum, religion cannot be rated or qualified, war cannot be weighed and law cannot be brought to the laboratory experiments, and so on.
Importance of Social Institution
Stability and Order
Cultural Transmission
Socialization
Social institutions, like government and law enforcement, help maintain order and stability in society by establishing rules and regulations that guide behavior and resolve conflicts.
Institutions such as family, education, and religion are crucial for passing down cultural values, beliefs, and traditions from one generation to the next.
They contribute to the socialization of individuals, teaching them societal norms, roles, and expectations. For example, schools help children develop skills and knowledge necessary for their future roles in the workforce.
Importance of Social Institution
Economic Function
Social Support
Community Building
Economic institutions, such as banks and financial systems, provide the infrastructure for economic transactions and the allocation of resources, driving economic growth and development.
Social institutions often provide essential support systems. For instance, healthcare institutions offer medical care, while welfare systems assist those in need.
Institutions like religious organizations and social clubs foster a sense of community and belonging among their members, promoting social cohesion.
Importance of Social Institution
Political Representation
Innovation and Progress
Government institutions provide a platform for citizens to have a say in their governance, ensuring that their voices are heard and their rights protected.
Research and educational institutions are hubs for innovation and progress, leading to advancements in science, technology, and various fields.
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