I think we use the term "Standard" because it accurately describes the fact that it is a standard enforced by a lot of institutions. Failure to comply with this

I think we use the term "Standard" because it accurately describes the fact that it is a standard enforced by a lot of institutions. Failure to comply with this standard is punished in a lot of ways. To be clear, I'm not saying that's how it should be, I'm merely describing what exists.