The responsibility that individuals or organizations owe to society; includes not only legal obligations but also ethical, environmental, and community considerations (e.g., corporate social responsibility).
企業は利益だけでなく社会的責任を果たすことが求められている。
Companies are expected not only to make profits but also to fulfill their social responsibilities.
消費者としての社会的責任を考え、環境に配慮した商品を選ぶ人が増えた。
More people, considering their social responsibility as consumers, choose environmentally friendly products.
大学でも社会的責任についての講義が増えている。
Universities are offering more lectures on social responsibility.
政治家は説明責任とともに社会的責任を自覚すべきだ。
Politicians should be conscious of their social responsibility as well as accountability.