Question

Briefly discuss about sociological aspects of sports participation.

Answer 1

There are various factors, which are responsible for low sports participation of women in society. These factors are:- 1. Family - Family is a very significant social factor, which is generally responsible for early sports socialization. The socializing process at home for both sex is different. Males usually get more support and encouragement to get involved in sports activities. They are further provided with more facilities to encourage and support participation in sports and games. However female usually are not encouraged to get involved in sports activities. 2. School - The culture of sports is generated in schools and reputation of school is dependent on the success of male and females as sports personalities. Lots of schools do not have girl teams as male teams (soccer/ wrestling/boxing etc/) They do not have proper arrangements for coaches and sports facilities for females. 3. Culture - Cultural beliefs have have great impact on the involvement of females in sports. Many cultures still firmly believe that women’s place is in the kitchen. The participation in the sports masculinises females are viewed negatively.4. Attitude and prejudices - Attitude and prejudices of society play significant role in sports participation, some females avoid certain sports for fear of being perceived masculine. Due to such attitude and prejudices of society regarding sexuality inhibit females to participate

Answer 2

Answer:

Sociology helps individual to become a valuable member of a society. It enables a man to be good social being and a good social being understands the importance of social values and ethics in the field of physical education and sports..