Question: Which one of the following is the first stage of the evolution of an institution?
A Tradition
B Collective Experience
C Ideology
D Mores
Answer: Ideology
| Stages of the evolution of an institution | Description |
| Ideology | · An ideology is a collection of beliefs and values that an individual or group holds for other than purely epistemic reasons.
· It is the first stage involves the development of a set of normative beliefs and values that form the foundation of the institution’s identity and purpose. · These beliefs and values often guide the institution’s mission and principles. |
| Tradition | · Once the ideology is established, traditions emerge as customary practices and rituals that reflect and uphold the institution’s core beliefs.
· Traditions help create a sense of continuity and identity within the institution. |
| Collective Experience | · Collective experiences are shaped by the shared activities, events and interactions of the institution’s members.
· These experiences further solidify the institution’s culture and may lead to the formation of common narratives and memories. |
| Mores | · Mores refer to the established customs and norms within the institution. |