Which of the following statements about why people join groups are co…

Which of the following statements about why people join groups are correct?

(A) Students of a school that wins an inter-school debate feel proud and recognised; this shows the status reason for joining groups.
(B) Groups provide feelings of self-worth and establish a positive personal identity.
(C) A residents' group that gets a road repaired, which no single family could do, shows the goal achievement reason.
(D) Different groups satisfy different needs, and therefore, we are simultaneously members of different groups.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Answer & explanation

Correct answer: option 2

The correct answer is Option (2) → A, C and D only

(A) Students of a school that wins an inter-school debate feel proud and recognised; this shows the status reason for joining groups. — Correct. Belonging to a group that others see as important makes us feel recognised and experience a sense of power. Pride after the school's win is the status reason.

(B) Groups provide feelings of self-worth and establish a positive personal identity. — Incorrect. Groups give self-worth and a positive social identity, a sense of who we are as group members. The word personal changes the idea, so the statement is wrong.

(C) A residents' group that gets a road repaired, which no single family could do, shows the goal achievement reason. — Correct. Groups help reach goals which cannot be attained individually; there is power in the majority. Getting the road repaired together fits this.

(D) Different groups satisfy different needs, and therefore, we are simultaneously members of different groups. — Correct. Each group meets a different need, so we are members of several groups at the same time, such as family, class and club.

NCERT (2026-27): “Why Do People Join Groups? …
Different groups satisfy different needs, and therefore, we are simultaneously members of different groups. This sometimes creates pressures for us because there may be competing demands and expectations. Most often we are able to handle these competing demands and expectations. People join groups because these groups satisfy a range of needs. In general, people join groups for the following reasons :”

“• Security : When we are alone, we feel insecure. Groups reduce this insecurity. Being with people gives a sense of comfort, and protection. As a result, people feel stronger, and are less vulnerable to threats.”

“• Status : When we are members of a group that is perceived to be important by others, we feel recognised and experience a sense of power. Suppose your school wins in an inter - institutional debate competition, you feel proud and think that you are better than others.”

“• Self-esteem : Groups provide feelings of self-worth and establish a positive social identity. Being a member of prestigious groups enhances one’s self-concept.”

“• Satisfaction of one’s psychological and social needs : Groups satisfy one’s social and psychological needs such as sense of belongingness, giving and receiving attention, love, and power through a group.”

“• Goal achievement : Groups help in achieving such goals which cannot be attained individually. There is power in the majority.”