CDP (Socialization Processes) - CTET & State TET MCQ

Socialization is the process by which individuals learn the values, norms, and behaviors that are acceptable in their society. It is a lifelong process that begins in childhood and continues throughout adulthood.

Key Points 

The family is the primary agent of socialization for children.

• From a young age, children learn about the world around them through their interactions with their parents, siblings, and other family members.
• They observe the behaviors of their family members and learn what is expected of them in their society.

Therefore, the socialization of children starts within the family.

Socialization is an important process for the functioning and continuation of society. Socialization is a process of learning the rules, habits, and values of a group to which a person belongs whether it is family, friends, colleagues, or any other group. It is the process by which a child slowly becomes aware of her/himself as a member of a group and gains knowledge about the culture of the family and also the society into which she/he is born.

Key PointsThe process of socialization is not just limited to the family. It consists of a range of groups and institutions through which people learn the culture of their society. The family is the primary agent of socialization while some of the important secondary agents of socialization include the peer group, school, and the mass media.

• Primary socialization was implicitly understood as taking place in the family and during the first part of childhood. In this perspective, the socializing agents in the primary process are the parents, especially the mother.
• Parents along with the family are the most important agents of socialization. Within the family, it is the mother who first begins to socialize the child. Socialization in basic values such as love and affection, manners, and etiquette are first taught in the family.
• The situation within the family whether affectionate or disturbed will affect the growth of a child accordingly.
• For example:- A child is crying on seeing his mother who is busy in working on the laptop. A child wants love and affection from his mother.

Thus, it is concluded that The socialization of child is affected by primary agent of socialization.

Hint

•  Secondary socialization came later and was related to agents as significant others, educational institutions, and the media.

The community can promote the school education by working with the school principal and teachers, they can act as a pressure group or watchdog if they find any irregularity in the school functioning. The community can perform following functions-

• Generating awareness about education benefits and increasing enrolment;
• Representation in Village Education Committees/Ward Education committees/School management committees to manage schools;
• To increase the daily attendance rates of school students;
• To increase girls’ retention in school;
• To increase the number of parents observing teachers teaching in the classroom;
• Boosting morale of school teachers;
• Monitoring the appropriate use of financial resources in the school;
• Recruiting and supporting teachers;
• Making decisions about school locations and schedules; 
• Monitoring and following up on teacher attendance and performance;
• Actively attending school meetings to learn about children’s learning progress;
• Providing skill instruction and local culture information;
• Helping children with studying;
• Identifying factors contributing to educational problems and discussing the possible solutions.

Clearly, all the above-mentioned steps can be taken by the community to improve school education.

Socialization is the process of internalizing the norms and ideologies of society. Socialization encompasses both learning and teaching and is thus "how social and cultural continuity is attained". 

Key Points

• Children who are more than four years old comes under early childhood.
• The time period of early childhood is 2 years to 6 years.
• Children who are more than four years old like to play with five to eight children in a group.
• This age is also known as pre-gang age.
• At this age, children feel good to be around their friends and lead an organized group life.
• Children develop a strong sense of loyalty to their group members.
• They learn to cooperate with others and make friends on shared interests and similar personality traits.

Hence, we can conclude that children who are more than four years old like to play with five to eight children in a group.

Society is considered to be a web or mix of various relationships which are helpful in developing the different institutions of a society. One who is very curious to learn about society has to understand and interpret these relationships to build an in-depth understanding of the concerned society.

Key Points 

Family is the main primary institution of society from where the web of relationships starts and goes further to the other levels of society. In a family, the relationships are commonly classified into three stages:

Hence, we can conclude that the mother is the primary relation whereas the aunt is a part of secondary relatives.

Socialization is an important process for the functioning and continuation of society. Different societies have different ways and methods to train their newborn members so that they are able to develop their own personalities. This training of and building the personality of the child is called socialization.

Key Points

• Socialization is a process of learning the rules, habits, and values of a group to which a person belongs whether it is family, friends, colleagues, or any other group. It is the process by which a child slowly becomes aware of her/himself as a member of a group and gains knowledge about the culture of the family and also the society into which she/he is born.
• Socialization is a process that continues throughout life from birth till adulthood. However, there are different phases in which the process takes place.

Important Points The basic elements of socialization:-

• Communication:- It is one of the basic elements of socialization. It is through the communication skills that a child learns to communicate his feelings and emotions to others. It is through the process of communication that learning occurs.
• Social roles:- Socialization enables the child to perform social roles effectively. Thus, it influences the social

the behavior of the child to perform his role with the approved social norms and values laid down by the society.

• Culture:- Culture is the element of socialization that is passed from one generation to another. An organized society is built up by means of social organization and is transmitted from one generation to another by means of learning.

Thus, it is concluded that Communication, Social roles, and Culture are the basic elements of socialization.

Hint School:- School is not an element of socialization but an agent of socialization. It helps in the process of learning. The school is known to be the first formal agent of socialization which shapes the ideas and attitudes of a child. 

The correct answer is Both (A) and (R) are true.

Key Points

Assertion:  Socialization takes place through participation in games and sports.

• Socialization is essential to the development of personality.
• It plays a vital role in being social and interacting with others.
• It develops character, confidence, and self-worth.
• Through participation in games and sports, one can socialize.

Reason: Games and sports inculcate social habits.

• Games and sports are the most effective ways to socialize.
• It develops relationships and makes bonds.
• Sports can teach equality, discipline, and respect.

Hence, Both (A) and (R) are true.

Passive agency of socialization involves the process of socialization which occurs indirectly that helps the children to learn about the norms, values, and beliefs of a culture.

Key Points

•  The library is a passive agency.
• A library is a place where interaction does not occur directly but teaches a lot about different aspects of society.
• The library has its own specific norms which need to be followed, hence it is a passive agency of socialization.
• Indirect interaction is the key feature of passive agency 
• Socialization is of two types- primary socialization and secondary socialization. 

Thus, it can be concluded that the library is a passive agency of socialization. 

Gender socialization can be defined as the processes by which children learn and internalize the norms associated with a gender

Key Points

• This phenomenon typically determines the norms and roles that a particular gender plays in society.
• Gender stereotypes are a result of the gender socialization phenomenon.
• There are various methods that facilitate the socialization process and these are explicit instructions, innovation, role modeling, and conditioning.
• The most common example of gender socialization can be seen in the toys of children. Boys are given trucks and cars whereas girls are provided with dolls and toys which promote soft nature.
• Education is the process of enrichment of children’s knowledge through the teaching-learning process. In education, every individual is given equal chances irrespective of gender or race.

Thus, we can conclude that education is the agent which does not promote gender socialization.

The family is widely regarded as the foundational social group among humans. It represents the most basic and fundamental unit of human social organization.

Key Points

•  The family is the primary socialization agent, where individuals learn the basic norms, values, customs, and behaviors of their culture.
• It serves as the initial context in which social interactions, emotional bonds, and shared experiences take place.
• Families provide emotional support, care, and love. They are a source of comfort and security for individuals, especially during times of difficulty.

Thus, it is concluded that Family is the first social group of humans.