Sociology I · Topic
Robert K. Merton
Latent and manifest functions, conformity and deviance (anomie, strain), and reference groups.
70 UPSC Mains Sociology I questions on Robert K. Merton that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2014–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Explain the 'latent' and 'Manifest' outcomes of 'work from home' culture.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Robert K. MertonOrganisation of Work
Critically examine to what extent the concept of 'latent and manifest functions' evolved by RK Merton has given greater significance and relevance to the functional analysis in understanding social reality.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Robert K. Merton
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) The key to Marx's critique of capitalism is his theory of surplus-value. Analyse. (b) Merton's functional paradigm. (c) AGIL framework for tribal society in India. (d) Wert-rational action with example. (e) Social Strain Theory.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Karl MarxRobert K. Merton
What are various modes of adaptation in Merton's theory of Anomie? How is anomie rooted in social structure?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Robert K. Merton
How does reference group theory illuminate the process by which individuals adopt behaviors and styles promoted by social media personalities in modern society?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Robert K. MertonClass, Status, Gender and Race
Write a short note on reference group behaviour.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Robert K. Merton
Answer the following in about 150 words each: 1. Durkheim, in the way of Augustus Comte, tries to establish Sociology as a science of society, with social fact as the scope of Sociology. Discuss the characteristics of social fact and its relevance with the rate of suicide. 2. Merton, following Durkheim's path, puts forth that Anomie has existence in social structure. Discuss. 3. Keith Hart puts forth that expansion of capitalism results in informal organisations. Discuss. 4. Talcott Parsons, through his work 'The social system', shows how different action systems are linked and work coordinatively for social order. Discuss.
20 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Emile DurkheimRobert K. Merton
What is the importance of Merton's Middle Range Theory in Sociology? Critically discuss. Critically examine the features of 'critical social research'. Discuss the importance of 'Pilot Studies' in sociological research. What do you mean by Ethnocentrism? Discuss its advantages and disadvantages in Sociology.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Robert K. MertonScience and Scientific Method
Merton's view on relationship between social structure and deviance.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Robert K. Merton
What is the importance of Merton's MRT in sociology critically analyze.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Robert K. Merton