Answer & Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
1. In sociology, particularly under the study of
status and role,
prestige is a form of social honor or respect that a position commands in the eyes of society.
2. Being an
esteemed member of parliament is considered a prestigious role because it reflects both
public recognition and
legitimacy of power in a democratic system.
3. Among the options, this role directly indicates
honor and esteem attached to it, as compared to professional success (advocate), loss of position (minister who resigned), or a bureaucratic role (head of a statutory body).
4. Therefore, this position aligns with the sociological concept of
achieved status that carries high prestige.
Hence, the correct and most prestigious role held by 'A' was as an esteemed member of parliament.
