Question Q.10GS2GS2
How is the transition from 'conscious consumption' to 'compulsive consumption' impacting family structure and dynamics in urban areas?
Introduction
Compulsive consumption or materialism is leading to accumulation of material things that do not significantly lead to better life get consumed.
21 words
Main Body
This transition from conscious to compulsive is due to:
i) Increasing consumerism brought by cheap products, increased income and industrial revolution.
ii) Social media - 'fake life' tempting people to buy things compulsively.
iii) Lack or downgrading of traditional values & 'conscious consumption in the society.
This is impacting family structure and dynamics in the following ways:
i) Increased focus on earning money leading to declining family time.
— Aditya Agarwal · AIR 1
68 words6 paragraphs
Answer continues on next page
- Clear definition of compulsive consumption and its distinction from conscious consumption
- Identifies multiple causes of the transition
- Explicitly recognizes role of social media
- Connects materialism to family dynamics
- Addresses both individual and societal factors
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Topper
Aditya Agarwal
AIR 12024
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Consumer Behaviour and Social Dynamics
Compulsive Consumption and Family Structure
Materialism and urban family dynamics
Writing Stats
89
Total words
6
Paragraphs
analytical and explanatory
Tone