Which of the following characteristics correctly relates to a Patriarchal Family?
A. Descent, inheritance and succession is traced through the female line
B. Descent, inheritance and succession are through the male line
C. The mother exercises authority and power in such families
D. Father is given a secondary position in such families
Answer: Option B
Related Questions on Gender and Society in Sociology
A. Advanced medical technology
B. Illiteracy of women
C. Lack of economic independence for women
D. Cultural factors leading to economic liability
Who among the following used sociometry for the first time?
A. Lundberg
B. Moreno
C. Bogardus
D. Burgess
A. 1, 3, 2, 5, 4
B. 5, 3, 2, 4, 1
C. 3, 2, 5, 4, 1
D. 2, 3, 4, 5, 1
Sex, Age and Caste all are the example of-
A. Biological status
B. Achieved status
C. Cultural status
D. Ascribed status
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