"I love to wear western clothes" is an example of which dimension of trait according to Allport's trait theory?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Secondary trait
According to Allport's Trait Theory, traits are categorized into three levels:
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Cardinal trait – A dominant trait that defines a person's entire personality (e.g., Gandhi’s non-violence).
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Central trait – General characteristics found to some degree in every person (e.g., honesty, sociability).
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Secondary trait – Traits that are situational, less consistent, and appear in specific preferences or attitudes (e.g., clothing choice, food preferences).
The statement "I love to wear western clothes" reflects a personal preference and situational behavior, not a dominant or defining personality feature. Hence, it is a secondary trait.