In modern societies members perform different tasks and are highly interdependent this kind of solidarity is called______________?

Correct answer: A. Organic solidarity

  • A. Organic solidarity
  • B. Mechanical solidarity
  • C. Interdependence solidarity
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Durkheim called the solidarity of modern societies organic because specialised individuals perform different tasks and depend on one another. Mechanical solidarity instead characterises simpler societies with greater similarity among members.

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