Sociology I · Topic
Karl Marx
Historical materialism, mode of production, alienation and class struggle.
125 UPSC Mains Sociology I questions on Karl Marx that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2014–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Explain Karl Marx's theory of social stratification. Do you agree with Marx that social stratification can be abolished?
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Theories of StratificationKarl Marx
Evaluate the contribution of historical materialism to the contemporary analysis of global capitalism.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Karl MarxDevelopment and Dependency
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) According to Marx, "labour is the source of wealth and prime basic condition for human existence". Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Karl Marx
"The history of all hitherto existing societies is the history of class struggles." Critically comment on this Marxian thesis.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017
Karl Marx
“To Marx capitalism is rooted in irrationality but for Weber it is a reflection of rationality.” Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Karl MarxMax Weber
Describe the main idea of Max Weber's book, "The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism" as a critique of Marxism.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Max WeberKarl Marx
The idea of division of labour was looked differently by Marx and Durkheim. Explain.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Emile DurkheimKarl Marx
Explain the concept of social change. Critically examine the contribution of Karl Marx's theory of social change.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Theories and Agents of Social ChangeKarl Marx
What do you understand by Religion? How Max weber's understanding of religion is different from that of Marx in capitalist society?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Karl MarxMax Weber
"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
To what extent does Marx's theory of historical materialism explain the dynamics of modern capitalism?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Karl Marx
Marx's idea of history was opposed to philosophy of idealism. Examine the statement in the context of materialist conception of history.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Karl Marx
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
"The material conditions of life" are fundamental in the structuring of a society. In this context, discuss the approach of Marx's of historical materialism for the explanation of human society.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021
Karl Marx
How does Marx view social conflict as an essential element in social change?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Karl MarxTheories and Agents of Social Change
It is argued that the society is largely influenced by economic factors while economic processes are determined by the social conditions. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Karl MarxEmile Durkheim
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) Do you agree with the statement that the bourgeoisie produces its own grave-diggers. Give supporting arguments to your answer.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Karl Marx
Gramsci extended the Marxist ideas on Power and State by developing the concept of hegemony. Discuss
Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022–2023
Power and ElitesNation, State and Citizenship
Compare and contrast the contributions of Karl Marx and Max Weber on social stratification in capitalist society.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Theories of StratificationKarl Marx
The course of human history involves a progressive development of the means of production paralleled by a corresponding increase in human alienation. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Karl Marx
How does neo-Marxist look into the concept of "hegemony" in serving the interests of the ruling class?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Power and ElitesKarl Marx
"Marx put at the heart of his sociology—as no other sociology does—the theme of exploitation". Elaborate
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Karl Marx
“A study of power inevitably involves an investigation of social class”. Critically examine.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Power and ElitesClass, Status, Gender and Race
Compare and contrast evolutionary and conflict theories of social change. What does each perspective reveal about societal transformation?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Theories and Agents of Social ChangeKarl Marx
The social organization of work in slave society was characterized by extreme exploitation and dehumanization of enslaved individuals. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Organisation of WorkKarl Marx
"What the bourgeoisie therefore produces are its own grave-diggers." Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Karl Marx
Compare and contrast Talcott Parson with Karl Marx with respect to their views on social change.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Theories and Agents of Social ChangeTalcott Parsons
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
Answer 1(a). Briefly explain the presentation of exploitation and other facets of Karl Marx's sociological work.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Karl Marx