Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Social Influence and Group Processes

Question:

Which of the following is NOT related to "Primary Groups"?

Options:

Primary groups are pre-existing formations which are usually given to the individual.

In a primary group, there is a face-to-face interaction and they share warm emotional bonds.

Primary groups have a minor role in developing values and ideals of the individual during the early stages of development.

None of the above

Correct Answer:

Primary groups have a minor role in developing values and ideals of the individual during the early stages of development.

Explanation:

A major difference between primary and secondary groups is that primary groups are pre-existing formations which are usually given to the individual whereas secondary groups are those which the individual joins by choice. Thus, family, caste, and religion are primary groups whereas membership of a political party is an example of a secondary group. In a primary group, there is a face-to-face interaction, members have close physical proximity, and they share warm emotional bonds. Primary groups are central to individual’s functioning and have a very major role in developing values and ideals of the individual during the early stages of development.