Define Social Institution, Name the Five Major Institutions of Earlier

question 128

Essay

Define social institution, name the five major institutions of earlier societies, and list several social institutions found in contemporary society.

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Definitions:

Excessive Paperwork

Refers to an overly large amount of written documents, forms, and reports required or generated, often leading to inefficiency and productivity loss within an organization.

Bureaucracy

An organizational structure characterized by hierarchical authority, formal rules, and a focus on procedure.

Impersonality

A characteristic of systems or processes where decisions and actions are based on objective criteria, rather than on personal relationships or biases.

Organizations as Communities

A concept that views organizations as social entities built on patterns of relationships, shared values, and cultural practices.