Explain the features / characteristics of patriarchal theory.

1.	Explain the features / characteristics of patriarchal theory.
Answer» The following are the main features of patriarchal theory: 1. In ancient times, the unit of society was a family. 2. Base of family was stable marriage relations. 3. The head of the family was the eldest male. 4. Hierarchy was carried by males. A female did not have any right of succession. 5. In patriarchal family, absolute and unlimited rights of the family head were the original source of political governance. 6. Clans formed from patriarchal families, tribes from clans and then the state was founded by tribes. 7. Blood relation was the main factor for the unity of family members. 8. The powers of the head in the family were absolute. 9. The basis of the development of a state was patriarchal system (father dominated system).

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The following are the main features of patriarchal theory:

1. In ancient times, the unit of society was a family.

2. Base of family was stable marriage relations.

3. The head of the family was the eldest male.

4. Hierarchy was carried by males. A female did not have any right of succession.

5. In patriarchal family, absolute and unlimited rights of the family head were the original source of political governance.

6. Clans formed from patriarchal families, tribes from clans and then the state was founded by tribes.

7. Blood relation was the main factor for the unity of family members.

8. The powers of the head in the family were absolute.

9. The basis of the development of a state was patriarchal system (father dominated system).

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