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1. BEHMS MA MED MPHIL PGDHE MBA PH.D
FUNCTIONS OF FAMILY

2. Family is the nucleus of all social groups because of
its functional importance.The functions of family
are diverse in nature.
Maclver classifies the functions of family into two
types
1.Essential/Primary functions
2.Secondary functions of family

3. 1.Essential/Primary functions
Stable satisfaction of sex need
Procreation and rearing
Provision of a home
Socialization function
Affectional function

4. 2.Secondary functions of family
Economic function
Educational functions
Religious functions
Recreational functions