Abstract:Structural Functionalism is a broad perspective in sociology and anthropology. It sees society as a structure with interrelated parts.Structural Functionalism assumes the society as a system of interconnected parts (which comprises of constituent elements such as customs, norms, traditions, institutions, etc.) that work together in harmony to maintain a state of balance and social equilibrium for the whole. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of society by focusing on how each part influences and is influence… Show more
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