Chapter 9 – Family and Community

Chapter 9 – Family and Community

 

1. Family

• Family is the group of people who live together and are associated by blood relation, marriage or adoption.
• It is the smallest and basic unit  of society.
• Family provides us with security, love, support, and identity.

Family Type

1. Nuclear Family :

• • • This includes parents and their children.
    • It is more common in urban areas.

1. Joint Family:

• • • It involves grandparents, parents, uncles, aunts, and their children living together under one roof.
    • It was traditionally more common in Indian society, especially in rural areas.

 Role of Family:

• •  Socialization: The family teaches the children the rules, values, traditions, and behaviors of the society.
  •  Security and Care: Family members care for each other and provide emotional, physical, and financial security.
  • Identity : The person gets a family name and identity.
  •  Cultural Heritage: The family passes on its traditions and values from one generation to another.

 

2. Community

• A community is a group of people who live in a specific geographical area and/or have common interests, values, or identities.
• Families are part of the community.
• The community provides us with a platform to connect with each other and fulfill their needs.

Types of Community

1. Local Community :

• • • People from a village, city or neighborhood who live together.
    • Example: People in your neighborhood.

1. Interest-based Community:

• • • People who share the same interests or goals, regardless of geographic location.
    • Examples: People playing the same sport, practicing the same religion, or engaged in the same profession.

       Role of Community:

• • Cooperation: Community members help each other and work together for common goals.
  • Social support: Community members provide emotional and practical support in difficult times.
  •  Basic Services: The community has facilities like schools, hospitals, shops, parks, etc. that are important to the members.
  •  Public Places:  Places like parks, markets, community centers where people can meet and interact.
  • Rules and Regulations: There are certain unwritten rules and regulations in the community that govern the behavior of the members and maintain social order.

 

3. Changes in Family and Community

• Urbanization : Due to migration to cities, the number of nuclear families has increased and joint families have decreased.
•  Changing Role of Women: More women now work outside the home, which has led to a change in the family structure and roles.
•  Technological Advancement: The internet and social media have helped people connect with communities despite geographical distances.
•  Social Values: Over time, social values have also changed, affecting the way the family and community function.

 

4. Role as a Citizen

• As responsible citizens, we must make a positive contribution to both our family and community.
• In the family:  Respect each other, share responsibilities, and support each other.
• In the community:
  •  Maintaining Cleanliness: Keeping your neighbourhood clean.
  •  Caring for Public Property:  Not damaging parks, roads, and other public facilities.
  •  Following Rules: Respecting community rules and laws.
  •  Cooperating with Others: Participating in community activities and helping neighbors.

 Environmental Protection: Taking care of trees and reducing pollution.