Social Science · Class 11
Sociology: Society
Learn Sociology: Society with notes, examples, and practice questions.
4 sections15–25 min read6 MCQs · 2 examples
Chapter Overview
Sociology introduces society, socialisation, groups, stratification, and change — how individuals learn norms, how societies are structured, and how social institutions shape behaviour.
Concept of Society
- Society — web of social relationships
- Community vs society; in-group vs out-group
- Socialisation through family, school, peers, media
- Culture: material and non-material
Social Stratification
- Class, caste, gender, ethnicity as bases
- Social mobility — upward and downward
- Status and role in social structure
- Conflict and functional perspectives
Social Institutions
- Family, education, religion, economy, polity
- Marriage and kinship patterns vary culturally
- Social control — formal and informal
- Social change: modernisation, urbanisation
Solved Examples
Step-by-step solutions — read each step before checking the final answer.
Socialisation
How does family socialise children?
- 1Teaches language, norms, values
- 2First agent of socialisation
Answer
Family instils basic norms, values, and identity
Stratification
What is social stratification?
- 1Hierarchy of groups in society
- 2Based on class, caste, gender, etc.
Answer
Layered ranking of social groups with unequal access to resources
Key Points to Remember
- ✓ Sociology studies society scientifically
- ✓ Socialisation is lifelong process
- ✓ Stratification exists in all societies
- ✓ Institutions meet basic social needs
Exam Tips
- • Agents of socialisation
- • Difference status and role
- • Example of social change in India
Practice MCQs — Sociology: Society
Test your understanding with topic-wise multiple choice questions. Explanations appear after each answer.
Question 1 of 6Score: 0/0
Primary agent of socialisation: