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Define the following term: Endogamy - Sociology

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Define the following term:

Endogamy

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Lewis defines endogamy as “The rule that requires a person to marry within a specific social group of which he is a member.” Thus, the practice of marrying within one’s own tribe, or, very rarely, clan, is called endogamy.

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Chapter 1: Social Institutions - EXERCISE [Page 1.50]

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Manjir Ghosh Sociology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 1 Social Institutions
EXERCISE | Q 9. (b) | Page 1.50
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