Social organization refers to how a society is structured and organized in terms of relationships, roles, and hierarchies among its members. It encompasses factors such as family units, community structures, political systems, and economic arrangements.
Related terms
Hierarchy: A system in which individuals or groups are ranked above others based on their status or authority.
Kinship: The system that defines relationships between individuals based on family ties and lineage.
Division of labor: The way tasks and responsibilities are distributed within a society or group based on gender roles, age groups, or specialization.