Enculturation is the process through which individuals learn and internalize the values, beliefs, norms, customs, language, attitudes, and patterns of behaviour of their culture. It begins from early childhood and continues throughout life. Social psychology studies enculturation because the social environment plays an important role in shaping personality, social behaviour, attitudes, identity, and interaction with others. Several social institutions and groups act as important agents of enculturation. The family is the primary and most influential agent of enculturation. Children learn their first language, habits, values, beliefs, emotional responses, gender roles, and acceptable forms of behaviour within the family. Parents and other family members serve as role models, and children often learn through observation, imitation, reinforcement, and punishment. Family practices also influence attitudes towards authority, cooperation, competition, religion, relationships, and social responsibilities. Schools are another major agent of enculturation. Schools provide formal education as well as informal learning about social norms and expectations. Students learn discipline, punctuality, cooperation, achievement-oriented behaviour, respect for rules, and responsibility. Teachers act as role models and influence children's attitudes and social behaviour. Peer interaction in schools also helps individuals understand group norms, friendship