Which of the following characteristics are used by MacIver for defining a community 1998 1 ...........

Sociology Preliminary Society, community, association and instiution, social groups

Which of the following characteristics are used by MacIver for defining a community?(1998)

1. Common religion 2. We feeling

3. Common language 4. Common territory

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1,2,3 and 4

1, 3 and 4 only

1,2, and 3 only

2 and 4 only

- Common religion: Not explicitly a criterion used by MacIver for defining a community.

- We feeling: This is a central characteristic defined by MacIver, indicating a sense of belonging among community members.

- Common language: While language can be a unifying factor, MacIver does not strictly use it to define a community.

- Common territory: Recognized by MacIver as it refers to the geographical area that helps shape and define the community.

- Option 1 (1,2,3 and 4): Includes all characteristics, which is incorrect.

- Option 2 (1, 3 and 4 only): Excludes "We feeling," which is a necessary characteristic.

- Option 3 (1,2, and 3 only): Excludes "Common territory," missing an essential factor.

- Option 4 (2 and 4 only): Correct as it aligns with MacIver's criteria with "We feeling" and "Common territory."

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