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Common Life

A society identifies the lifestyle of the people. There is common lifestyle of the people
living in the same society. The lifestyle of its members is determined according to the
form of a society. Members of the society work and fulfill their basic needs such as
education, health, entertainment, security, etc. from the same society.

Distinct Name

Members living in a society get recognition through its name because every society
possesses its own name. The distinct and specific name of the society brings the
member close to each other and feel proud of their society.

Glorious Feeling of the Past

Every society carries its past and cultural values. The events of the past gives the
feeling of glory to the member of the society. Ancestors are the guides for the present
generation. Their contributions and good deeds are considered with the most respect
and are adopted by their descendants. People feel proud and further work to glorify
the deed of their ancestors.

Permanency

Nature of a society is permanent. Every member of the society is closely related with
climate, geography, lifestyle, profession, etc. Members develop a deep feeling with
each other living in the same society.

Common Norms and Values

Every member in a society inculcates the sense of responsibility and understanding.
They follow the common norms and values. Norms are the typical pattern of behaviours
that are considered normal in a society. The activities of the members of the society
are checked and controlled by such norms. Every member of the society must follow
such norms. It is mandatory for all the members.

Population

Population is an essential factor to form a society. The number of people in a particular
group who inhabit an area may increase or decrease due to birth, death and migration
the size of population of a society is not fixed.

Security

Every member of a society must feel secure. They should pay enough attention to an
individual, a family and social security.

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