In the recent years' optimization algorithms are used in many real-life applications to get the best out of everything. There are many types of optimization algorithm such as Nature inspired algorithm, Bio-Inspired algorithm which also have their applications. This paper aims to presents different category of algorithms and their applications, which are inspired by the social behavior of humans in groups termed as family. These algorithms are widely appreciated by researchers from various domains for optimization. The performance of social algorithm (SA) to discover the global optimum solution for the constrained, unconstrained and multi-objective optimization problems is sound. This paper extensively reviews and presents the applicability and also efficiency of the socio-inspired algorithm in solving real life problems in the field of mechanical engineering mechanical engineering problems.