Concept information
Preferred term
age groups
Definition
- Among many African peoples, members of the society are grouped according to age. Although the practice is not universal, it is widespread throughout the continent and impacts the social and religious attitudes of the people. [Source: Encyclopedia of African Religion; Age Groups]
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/age_groups
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