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CHANGE OF STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF NALWARI FAIR OF MANDI DISTRICT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH: A SOCIOLOGICAL STUDY

    1 Author(s):  SURESH CHAUDHARY

Vol -  6, Issue- 8 ,         Page(s) : 147 - 157  (2015 ) DOI : https://doi.org/10.32804/IRJMSH

Abstract

Structure and function is a frame work for building theory which sees the society as complex system whose parts works together to promote solidarity and stability. This gives shape to institutions such as; families, organization, Government etc. Each structure has social functions or consequences for operation as a whole in the society. The functions like; cleaning, sanitation, drinking water, transportation, law and order, first aid and health etc. are various functions being performed by various structural bodies like; mela management committee, police, municipal committee etc.

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