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The different kinds of social movements can be classified as :
A. Redemptive or transformatory
B. Recreational
C. Reformist
D. Revolutionary
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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The correct answer is
A, C, D Only

Classifying Social Movements

Social movements are typically classified based on their goals and the extent of change they aim to achieve. The main categories recognized in sociology are:

Understanding Movement Types

  • Redemptive Movements: These movements aim to initiate specific changes in individuals. They focus on saving or regenerating people, often targeting a specific group or individuals for radical change within their own lives, but not necessarily altering the broader social structure. Example: Religious movements seeking personal salvation.
  • Reformist Movements: These movements seek limited, specific changes in society. They focus on changing particular social institutions or aspects of society without challenging the fundamental structure. Examples include movements advocating for specific policy changes like environmental protection or civil rights legislation.
  • Revolutionary Movements: These movements aim for radical or fundamental change in the entire social system or structure. They seek to overthrow existing institutions and replace them with new ones. Examples: Political revolutions aiming to establish a new form of government.

Excluding Non-Standard Classifications

The term 'Recreational' does not represent a standard sociological category for classifying social movements. Recreational activities are typically related to leisure and personal enjoyment, lacking the broader social or political aims characteristic of recognized social movement types.

Conclusion

Based on standard sociological classifications, Redemptive (A), Reformist (C), and Revolutionary (D) movements are recognized types. Recreational (B) is not typically categorized as a social movement type in this context. Therefore, the correct classification includes options A, C, and D.

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