Which of the following statements refers refer to the process of assimilation 1 An evaluat...........

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Which of the following statements refers/refer to the process of assimilation?

1. An evaluation or opinion regarding a person or thing that affects one’s thoughts, feelings and behaviour.

2. Social condition characterized by the gradual building up of norms and values governing social interaction

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

- Statement 1 talks about “an evaluation or opinion regarding a person or thing that affects one’s thoughts, feelings and behaviour.” This describes an attitude, not assimilation.

- Statement 2 discusses a “social condition characterized by the gradual building up of norms and values governing social interaction.” This refers to assimilation, which is the process where groups and individuals adapt and integrate norms and values into their social interaction.

- Option 1: 1 only – doesn’t fit, because only 2 is correct.

- Option 2: 2 only – this is correct; only statement 2 refers to assimilation.

- Option 3: Both 1 and 2 – incorrect, as only 2 fits.

- Option 4: Neither – incorrect, because statement 2 is about assimilation.

Correct Answer: Option 2: 2 only