Question
Criminology Question on Fundamentals of criminology
Which of the following statements best describes 'strain' in the context of Robert Merton's Strain (Anomie) theory?
A
Discrepancy between cultural goals and institutional means experienced by some members of society.
B
The acceptance of cultural goals and institutionalised means by some members of society.
C
The increasing gap between the poor and the rich experienced by some members of society.
D
An individual sense of the lack of the legitimacy of state laws in a capitalist society.
Answer
Discrepancy between cultural goals and institutional means experienced by some members of society.
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A): Discrepancy between cultural goals and institutional means experienced by some members of society.