Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Continuity and Change

Question:

What concepts are used to classify families based on the place of residence?

Options:

Partilineal and Matrilineal

Patrilocal and Matrilocal

Patriarchal and Matriarchal

Nuclear and Joint.

Correct Answer:

Patrilocal and Matrilocal

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2: Patrilocal and Matrilocal.

Option 1: Patrilineal and Matrilineal. Incorrect. These terms classify families on the basis of descent and inheritance, not residence. In a patrilineal family, descent is traced through the father's line, whereas in a matrilineal family, it is traced through the mother's line.

Option 2: Patrilocal and Matrilocal. Correct. These concepts classify families according to the place of residence after marriage. Patrilocal residence refers to living with or near the husband's family, while matrilocal residence refers to living with or near the wife's family.

Option 3: Patriarchal and Matriarchal. Incorrect. These terms classify families according to the distribution of authority and power within the family rather than the place of residence.

Option 4: Nuclear and Joint. Incorrect. These concepts classify families according to their structure and composition, not their place of residence.