What is the definition of Institutions? π π
A custom or practice of a society or community.
Alright class, settle down, letβs take a look!
That dictionary definition β βa custom or practice of a society or communityβ β is a good starting point, but it doesnβt quite capture the full meaning of "institutions." It's a word with a bit more weight.
Think of it this way:
"Institutions" are organizations that πestablishπ and πmaintainπ those customs and practices.
They aren't just πdoingπ them, they're setting the rules and helping to keep them going.
Letβs break it down with some rhymes, so it sticks in your mind:
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βInstitutionsβ are places you find,
Where rules and norms are carefully aligned.
Think about things like:
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Schools:
They πinstituteπ (set up) education β that's a key institution!
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Hospitals:
They establish medical practices and standards.
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The Government:
It sets laws - a powerful institution indeed!
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Religious Groups:
They have traditions and beliefs they upholdβanother example you see.
Basically, institutions are the πformalπ ways society does things. Theyβre not just random habits; they're structured, deliberate frameworks.
Does that make a little more sense? Do you have any questions about how institutions work, or maybe want to brainstorm some other examples?