Question

Match List-I with List-II

List-I	List-II
(A) Cohesiveness	(IV) Togetherness or mutual attraction among group members
(B) Status	(III) Relative position given to group members by others
(C) Roles	(II) Socially defined expectations that are expected to be fulfilled
(D) Group polarisation	(I) Strengthening of group's initial position as a result of group interaction and discussion

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• (A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II)
• (A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)
• (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)
• (A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

Hint:

Break down the terms to their simple meanings: Cohesion = Sticking together. Status = Rank. Role = Expected part to play. Polarization = Moving to an extreme pole/position.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Concept Review:
This question requires aligning concepts from group dynamics with their precise definitions.

Cohesiveness: The degree of mutual attraction among group members, fostering a desire to remain in the group; often termed "we-feeling".
Status: A position or rank within a social hierarchy, assigned by others to individuals or groups.
Roles: Expected behaviors associated with a particular position within a social unit.
Group Polarization: The tendency for a group's initial opinion to become more extreme after group discussion.
Step 2: Matching Terms and Definitions:
Matching terms from List-I to definitions in List-II:

(A) Cohesiveness aligns with (IV) "Togetherness or mutual attraction among group members."
(B) Status matches with (III) "Relative position given to group members by others."
(C) Roles corresponds to (II) "Socially defined expectation that are expected to be fulfilled."
(D) Group polarization is defined by (I) "Strengthening of group's initial position as a result of group interaction and discussion."
Step 3: Conclusion:
The accurate pairings are (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), and (D)-(I). This combination is presented in option (4).