Question

Write short notes.

Types of norms

Answer 1

Folkways: The term was first used by William Sumner. According to him, folkways are the recognized ways of behaving and acting in society. For example, eating using one's fingers, eating with chopsticks, eating with fork and spoon; different ways of wearing a sari.

Mores: Mores are more rigid than folkways. They are instruments of social control and deal with higher values of people. For example, sexual relations before marriage are not permitted.

Law: Law is an important and essential element of society. They have deliberately formulated rules of behavior. It is universal in nature and common for all to follow. There are two types of law - Customary Law and Enacted Law.