Problem: In the context of social relations, a cult is Multiple Choice a group of people united by actual or perceived kinship and descent. an extremist group led by a charismatic, totalitarian leader in which coercive methods are used to prevent members from leaving the group. an elaborate and complex social system that combines elements of endogamy, occupation, culture, social class, tribal affiliation and political power. a social group existing before the development of, or outside of, states, and viewed historically or developmentally. Need Assignment Help?