Which is NOT a condition for group formation?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Absence of interdependence
Basic to group formation is some contact and some form of interaction between people, and three conditions make this interaction easier.
Option (1) Proximity — A condition for group formation (Incorrect). Repeated interactions with the same people, from living in the same colony or going to the same school, let us know their interests and attitudes.
Option (2) Similarity — A condition for group formation (Incorrect). We like people who are similar to us, because similar people validate our opinions and relationships with them are consistent.
Option (3) Common motives and goals — A condition for group formation (Incorrect). People with common motives or goals get together and form a group, which helps them reach the goal.
Option (4) Absence of interdependence — Not a condition (Correct). A group is an organised system of two or more individuals who are interacting and interdependent. Where members do not depend on one another there is no group at all, so the absence of interdependence works against group formation.
NCERT (2025-26): “Introduction A group may be defined as an organised system of two or more individuals, who are interacting and interdependent, who have common motives, have a set of role relationships among its members, and have norms that regulate the behaviour of its members.…” “Group Formation … Basic to group formation is some contact and some form of interaction between people. This interaction is facilitated by the following conditions:…” “Group Formation … Common motives and goals : When people have common motives or goals, they get together and form a group which may facilitate their goal attainment.…” |