Some major concepts in the study of society include social structure, social institutions, social change, social stratification, and social identity. Social structure refers to the way in which a society is organized, including its institutions, social roles, and relationships. Social institutions are the structures and mechanisms through which a society's values and norms are maintained, such as the family, education, and government. Social change refers to the transformation of a society's culture, values, and behaviors over time. Social stratification refers to the unequal distribution of resources, power, and privileges within a society. Social identity refers to the ways in which individuals define themselves and are defined by others based on their social group membership.

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