The process of socialization

 After its birth, a baby first comes in contact with the mother and other family members. The conduct and behavior of other family members influence the conduct of the child. In this way, the child gets associated with the outer environment; for example, they get experiences from their playmates, neighbors, school, religious institution, etc. The society in which a child grows up influences the character of the child. He leans to adapt with the society and tries to gain experience from social customs, values, norms, conduct, etc. So the process through which a child gradually becomes a social being is labelled as socialization.

Reference: Bangladesh and Global Studies, Class 9-10, 2025