the six different types of societies

As we know, societies have evolved over time, and different societies have been formed based on the main means of survival and their related economic life. So, let's see each types of societies with explanation.


the first type of Societies was, Hunting and food-gathering society -

This type of society existed in a very ancient stage of human evolution. The main means of livelihood for this community was hunting and gathering food from the forest. They were small in size and group, and all their needs were met from the forest. Today, similar societies are found in the dense jungles of Africa and the Amazon.


The second type of Societies was, Horticultural society -

The Horticultural Society is said to have been invented by women. In this society, people lived by creating gardens and agriculture using human power and hand tools. Production was taken only for the needs, and food was collected for distribution within the group.
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Third type of Societies was, Pastoral Society:
The Pastoral Society used to live by animal rearing and animal husbandry. All the basic needs of this society were met through animal husbandries, such as milk, meat, blood, hair, bones, and skin. It was found in large numbers in areas with fodder and water for animals.


the fourth type of Societies was, Agricultural Society:
The Agricultural Society is a society that cultivates using human power along with animal power using various tools such as plows. In agricultural societies, people produced surplus and sold it. A large number of people gathered on the banks of the river, and over time, big cities and markets were created.

fifth type of Societies was, Industrial society -

Industrial Society:
The Industrial Society is characterized by the large-scale production of goods through the factory production method using machines and various techniques. It emerged around the world after the industrial revolution. Today, we can identify the Indian society as an industrial society.



Sixth type of Societies was, Post-Industrial Society:
The Post-Industrial Society is a service-oriented economy that has emerged after globalization. In India, this type of economy is found in state capitals and metro cities. People get all the facilities sitting at home, and companies like Zomato, Amazon, Google, and many others provide their various services across the country and across the world. This society is dependent on technological progress and is also called neoliberal society.

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