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Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

Social organisation where males are heads of families

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SSC Selection Post 2023 Graduation Level Question Paper (30 Jun, 2023) (Shift 1)
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Patriarchy

The correct answer is Patriarchy.

In many historical and contemporary societies, patriarchal structures have been dominant, influencing not just family life but also political, economic, and social institutions. Matriarchal societies are less common historically, but examples exist and are studied to understand alternative forms of social organisation. Polygamy is practiced in various cultures around the world, often within broader patriarchal frameworks. Hierarchy is a universal concept applicable to ranking within any organised group.

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