Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Social Influence and Group Processes

Question:

Which of the following statement (s) is/are correct?

Statement 1: When a train accident occurs and a large number of people gather, it can be considered a mob.

Statement 2: Crowd behavior is characterized by a shared mindset and behavior, displaying homogeneity of thought and impulsive actions.

Options:

Only 1 is correct.

Only 2 is correct.

Both are correct.

None of the statement is correct.

Correct Answer:

None of the statement is correct.

Explanation:

Groups can indeed be distinguished from other gatherings of people, such as crowds. When an accident occurs on the road and a large number of people gather, it can be considered a crowd. Crowds are characterized by the presence of individuals who happen to be at a particular place or situation by chance. Unlike groups, crowds lack structure and a sense of belongingness among its members. The behavior of people in crowds tends to be irrational, and there is typically no interdependence or coordinated efforts among the individuals.

Audiences are typically passive observers, but there are instances where they can become frenzied and transform into mobs. In mob situations, there is a clear sense of purpose and unity of action. The attention of individuals in the mob becomes polarized, and their actions are directed towards a common goal or objective. Mob behavior is characterized by a shared mindset and behavior, displaying homogeneity of thought and impulsive actions.