A group is essential to identify & solve the problems of a number of members within a community. Formation of group is essential in every where it may be in family, pioneer group or any institution.
Types of Groups:
Types of Groups:
- Primary group/small group
- Secondary group
Primary group:Primary group is small group in which a small number of persons come into direct contact with one-another. For Exp:Family, pioneer group
Characteristics of small group:
- Physical proximity
- Small in size
- Stability
- Similar status
- Self interest towards group
- Mutual sharing between individuals
Secondary groups:Secondary groups are consisting of a large number of people. For Exp:Labour party, Students union
Characteristics of secondary group:
- Large in size
- Formal and impersonal relationship
- Active & Inactive
- Indirect relationship
- Goal oriented
- State of individual
