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Folkways
The least important norms and violating them evokes the least severe punishment.
Mores
Core norms that most people believe are essential for the survival of their group or society.
Laws
The system of rules created and enforced through social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior, ensuring order, safety, and justice within a society.
Taboos
Are among the strongest norms. When someone violates a taboo, it causes revulsion in the community, and punishment is severe.
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