👉 An institution is defined as a social or organizational structure that has been established and maintained over time, often through the process of evolution. Institutions are typically characterized by a set of rules and procedures that guide individuals in their interactions with one another, and they may also have specific roles and responsibilities assigned to certain groups within the organization. Institutionalized organizations refer to those that are not merely formal structures but rather systems or institutions that operate autonomously from the dominant power structure and that adhere to a set of
