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What is social institution according to functionalist? |
| Answer» \tAccording to the functionalists “the family performs important tasks, which contribute to society’s basic needs and helps perpetuate social order”.\tThe functionalist perspective argues that modern industrial societies function best if women look after the family and men earn the family livelihood.\tAccording to the functionalist perspective, the nuclear family is seen as the unit best equipped to handle the demands of industrial society. They believe that in such families one adult can work outside home while the second adult cares for the home and children. | |