Question

Functionalism sees society as being made up by several organs or social structures. These social structures are often referred to as social institutions. Which of the following is not considered a social institution?
a. family
b. urbanization
c. education
d. religion

Answer 1

Answer: B. Urbanization

Explanation: Family, education and religion and government are all considered as part of those social structures or social institution that makes up a society.

Urbanization on the other hand is a process by which people migrate or move from rural areas into urban areas (cities) in search of a better life, so urbanization is not considered to be among social institution. Social institution consist of a large number of people who coexist together with a common goal or purpose.