Study the table given below. In which row is the characteristic of a…

Study the table given below. In which row is the characteristic of a group correctly identified?

Row	Situation	Characteristic shown
P	A fielder drops an important catch and the whole team suffers	Interdependence
Q	Club members call themselves by one name that sets them apart	Common motives and goals
R	Residents meet monthly and also message each other online	Interdependence
S	Members perform the same functions every time the group meets	Perceived belonging

Answer & explanation

Correct answer: option 1

The correct answer is Option (1) → P

Option (1) P — Correct. <strong>Interdependence</strong> means what one member does has consequences for others. One dropped catch affects the entire team, so row P is right.

Option (2) Q — Incorrect. A shared name that sets members apart shows perceived belonging, which gives the group its unique identity. Common motives and goals is about a shared aim.

Option (3) R — Incorrect. Meeting in person and also messaging shows that members interact directly or indirectly. That is interaction.

Option (4) S — Incorrect. Doing the same functions at every meeting shows interactions structured by roles and norms. Belonging is about members seeing themselves as part of the group.

NCERT (2026-27): “Introduction …
• A collection of individuals who are interdependent, i.e. what one is doing may have consequences for others. Our lives are influenced by the nature of group membership we have. It is, therefore, important to be part of groups which would influence us positively and help us in becoming good citizens. In this chapter, we shall try to understand what groups are and how they influence our behaviour. At this point, it is also important to acknowledge that not only do others influence us, but we, as individuals, are also capable of changing others and the society. Suppose one of the fielders in a cricket team drops an important catch during a match — this will have consequence for the entire team.”