Social Interactions and Organization

Definition

This refers to the way individuals, groups, or large entities communicate and function together within a society. It includes social structures like family units, class systems, and institutions.

Analogy

Think of social interactions and organization as the rules of a team sport. Just like how each player has a specific role in a game (defender, striker etc.), people in society have roles based on their family status, job etc. The rules of the game are like societal norms that guide these interactions.

Related terms

Social Hierarchy: A system that ranks people into different levels of power, influence, or status within a group or society.

Culture: The beliefs, customs, arts etc., of a particular society or group.

Institutions: Established organizations or foundations dedicated to public service through fulfilling specific functions such as education (schools), health care (hospitals), governance (courts).