Sociology I · Topic
Labour and Society
Labour, the labour process, alienation at work, deskilling, and the changing nature of work.
87 UPSC Mains Sociology I questions on Labour and Society that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2014–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
"Alienation remains a relevant concept in understanding modern workplace dynamics." Comment with reference to digital workspaces.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Karl MarxLabour and Society
The work-force's engagement with work, in modern economies has shown a perceptible and dynamic shift in its nature and organization. Comment.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
Compare the organization of work in feudal and capitalist societies.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Organisation of WorkKarl Marx
What is the Gig economy? How does it lead to Informalization of labour?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Labour and SocietyOrganisation of Work
Discuss how gender affects access to resources and opportunities in the labour market.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Patriarchy and GenderClass, Status, Gender and Race
"Power dynamics in the formal sector today are increasingly driven by a gender-neutral work culture." Critically examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
‘In the course of her work, because her personality becomes the instrument of an alien purpose, the salesgirl becomes self-alienated’. In this context, explain C. W. Mills’ concept of White-Collar alienation.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Labour and SocietyOrganisation of Work
The negative impact of the globalization of the world economy is borne disproportionately by women. Critically discuss the statement.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Patriarchy and GenderLabour and Society
Examine the impact of automation and artificial intelligence on the future of work. What are its implications for developing economies?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
How does the feminization of labor impact the economic independence and social status of women in developing societies?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Patriarchy and GenderLabour and Society
Normalization of informal work and almost ninety two percent of the workers in the informal work in the country are not just an accident. Do you think this informality is planned for the sustenance of the formal?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022–2023
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
What are the sociological implications of artificial intelligence on class and labour?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Science, Technology and Social ChangeLabour and Society
Trace the changing nature of organisation of work during the times of pandemic in a capitalistic society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
Explore the Human Relations school of thought and its relevance in the contemporary landscape.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
How have digital platforms blurred the lines between formal and informal work?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
"Patriarchy is indispensable for an analysis of gender inequality". In the context of this statement, critically examine various structures of patriarchy.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2016–2021
Patriarchy and GenderClass, Status, Gender and Race
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50 (a) Feminisation of Labour Force is viewed as a progress towards women's emancipation and empowerment. Critically discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Patriarchy and GenderOrganisation of Work
According to Marx, "labour is the source of wealth and prime basic condition for human existence" comment.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Karl MarxOrganisation of Work
Analyse the cause and impact of gendered division of labour on social organisation of Work.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
Critically analyse Marx's notion of Alienation in context of present day Capitalism.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Karl MarxLabour and Society
Examine the growth of the gig economy as a new form of informal work. What implications does it have for job security and labor rights? "Modernization does not necessarily lead to development." Analyze. Examine the strengths and limitations of ethnography as a research method in sociology.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
Is the 40-hour work week relevant today? Clarify.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Labour and SocietyOrganisation of Work
Examine the impact of information technology on 'social organisation of work' in contemporary society.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
The emergence of factory system led to separation of house and workplace; factories became unit of production while houses remained unit of consumption. Thus, women who were confined to their houses were not considered to be contributing economically as only men earned money. The unpaid labour which women perform amounts to nearly 40% of world's GDP in a report by Oxfam. Most of it falls under care economy eg. nursing, cooking, etc. Women even if working have to bear brunt of 'second shift' as identified by Arlie Hoschchild since they manage households too even if they have helper. Linear theories of social change. Family has largely been considered as functional and universal by functionalists.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Patriarchy and GenderOrganisation of Work
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50m (a) “Economic life is embedded in social life”. Critically analyze.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
Analyse the causes and impact of gendered division of labour on social organisation of work.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Patriarchy and GenderLabour and Society
Differentiate the key characteristics between formal and informal organisations.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Organisation of WorkLabour and Society
How will you describe 'employee alienation' in services sector as a phenomenon?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Labour and SocietyOrganisation of Work
Work in industrial and post industrial societies can be alienating for workforce. Comment
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Labour and SocietyOrganisation of Work
Do you think that Feminization of work has led to gender equality? Justify your answer with logical arguments.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Patriarchy and GenderLabour and Society