Which one of the following is an assumption underlying the labelling theory?
A)Definitions of deviance are consistent across cultural settings.
B)Rules are enforced uniformly and consistently.
C)Deviants are those whose behaviour people have noticed, labelled as such, and applied sanctions.
D)Deviant behaviour is learned in the same way conforming behaviour is learned.

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The labelling theory assumes that individuals are labelled as deviant by society based on their behaviour, and that this labelling leads to stigmatization and further deviant behaviour. This assumes that deviants are those whose behaviour has been noticed, labelled, and sanctioned.

Which One of the Following Is an Assumption Underlying the Labelling