Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Continuity and Change

Question:

When a newly married couple starts to reside with the bride's parents it is called a _______________

Options:

Matriarchical society

Patriarchal society

Matrilocal society

Patrilocal society

Correct Answer:

Matrilocal society

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3: Matrilocal society

Statement 1: Matriarchical society. Incorrect. A matriarchal society is one in which women, especially mothers, hold primary authority and power. It does not refer to the place where a married couple resides.

Statement 2: Patriarchal society. Incorrect. A patriarchal society is one in which men, especially fathers, hold primary authority and power. It is not related to the residence of a newly married couple.

Statement 3: Matrilocal society. Correct. In a matrilocal society, a newly married couple resides with or near the bride's parents after marriage.

Statement 4: Patrilocal society. Incorrect. In a patrilocal society, a newly married couple resides with or near the groom's parents after marriage.