Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Social Influence and Group Processes

Question:

Which of the following statement (s) is/are correct?

Statement 1: Norms are socially defined expectations that individuals are expected to fulfill in a given situation. 

Statement 2: Norms provide a framework for individuals' behavior within the group.

Options:

Only 1 is correct.

Only 2 is correct.

Both statements are correct.

None of the statement is correct.

Correct Answer:

None of the statement is correct.

Explanation:
  1. Roles: Roles are socially defined expectations that individuals are expected to fulfill in a given situation. They represent typical behaviors associated with a particular social context. For example, as a son or daughter, there are role expectations such as respecting elders, listening to them, and being responsible towards studies. Roles provide a framework for individuals' behavior within the group.
  2. Norms: Norms are expected standards of behavior and beliefs that are established, agreed upon, and enforced by group members. They serve as the group's "unspoken rules." Within a family, there are norms that guide the behavior of family members, representing shared ways of viewing the world.