Groups may make extensive claims and demands on individual members because:

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Individuals may feel that their happiness or welfare is dependent on the group due to the sense of belonging and identity they derive from being a part of the group. This can lead them to comply with the group's demands and conform to its norms and values, even if they may not agree with them. Additionally, groups may use mechanisms such as social pressure, peer influence, and reward/punishment to enforce conformity and maintain cohesion, which can further increase individual's willingness to comply with the group's demands.

Groups May Make Extensive Claims and Demands on Individual Members