Question

define status. what are the characteristics of status? describe.

Answer 1

Answer:

The position of an individual in relation to another or others, especially in regard to social or professional standing.

CHARACTERISTICS:-

1. The status is determined by the cultural situation of the particular society.

2. The status is determined only in relevance of the other members of the society,

3. Every individual has to play certain role in accordance with the status,

4. Status is only a part of the society as a whole,

5. As a result of status the society is divided into various groups,

6. Every status carries with it some prestige,

7. According to status people may be divided into various categories. These categories or statuses are not imposed from above. Some of these statuses are earned or achieved while others are ascribed.