Discuss the nature of social facts.

The concept of social facts is central to the sociology of Emile Durkheim, one of the founding figures of the discipline. Social facts are elements of social life that shape individual behavior and are external to, and often coercive over, individuals. Understanding the nature of social facts involves exploring their characteristics and significance in sociological analysis. 

Nature of Social Facts are:

1. Externality:

   • Definition: Social facts exist outside of the individual. They are not created by individual actions but are part of the social environment.
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