Question

Brief descriptions of cultural norms and cultural values and two examples of this

Answer 1

Cultural norms refer to the rules that guide the behaviour of people within social groups. In other words, they are the shared expectations that direct life in a community. Cultural norms are learned by the process of socialization from parents, peers, teachers while growing up in a society. There are four types of norms: folkways, mores, taboos, and laws. For example, one is not expected to raise their voice at the place of worship. Another example is, it is expected that you do not cover your head in Christianity when visiting a church whereas in Hindu culture you are must cover your head in place of worship.

Cultural value refers to the ideas regarding goodness or desirability in a society. Values are cherished through the observance of norms. It helps in defining what people should pursue and what is worth possessing. Value provide stability and uniformity in group interaction. Example of cultural value includes the habit of saving money in protestant culture and respect for elders.