Out of the following which is not a feature of a Social Movement?

They arise in defence of status quo

The correct answer is Option 1: They arise in defence of status quo

Social movements typically arise as a response to perceived social issues or injustices, with the aim of bringing about change. They do not generally arise in defense of the status quo, which represents maintaining the current state of affairs. Instead, social movements seek to challenge and change the existing social, political, or economic conditions.

"A social movement requires sustained collective action over time. Such action is often directed against the state and takes the form of demanding changes in state policy or practice. Spontaneous, disorganised protest cannot be called a social movement either. Collective action must be marked by some degree of organisation. This organisation may include a leadership and a structure that defines how members relate to each other, make decisions and carry them out. Those participating in a social movement also have shared objectives and ideologies. A social movement has a general orientation or way of approaching to bring about (or to prevent) change. These defining features are not constant. They may change over the course of a social movement’s life."