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Question
Explain the following concept with suitable examples.
Reference Group
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Solution
Reference group is a group used by individuals as a guide to their own behaviour. Individuals compare themselves with members of the reference groups while making assessments regarding their own qualities, attitudes, values, and behaviours.
Example: A person who is an aspiring musician may have a rock band or a group of artists from a musical ‘Gharana’ as his reference group
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