Sociology I · Practice questions
Thinkers, methods, stratification, religion, change
1,250 questions, with how toppers answered each. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50 (a) Religious fundamentalism and Globalization
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Religion in Modern Society
"What the bourgeoisie therefore produces are its own grave-diggers." Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Karl Marx
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
How does the rise of EdTech reflect the idea of 'Deschooling Society'? Discuss with reference to digital divide and commodification of education in India.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Education and Social ChangeScience, Technology and Social Change
Deglobalization and growing protectionism, on part of developed nations, compounds the impacts of continued development and dependency. Critically analyse with reference to dependency theory of development.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Development and Dependency
Distinguish between 'mechanical solidarity' and 'organic solidarity' in Durkheim's analysis of division of labour.
9 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Emile Durkheim
“Parsons regarded power differential as necessary for the effective pursuit of collective goals.” Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Talcott ParsonsPower and Elites
Phenomenological perspective emphasizes upon the subjectivity of experiences. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Explain why low income countries fare poorly on socio-economic indicators. (Dependency theory perspective) 3(b) Define patriarchy. How does it explain the subordination of women? (Kate Millett's perspective)
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Development and Dependency
How do educational disparities contribute to the perpetuation of poverty and social exclusion? Discuss with reference to contemporary society.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Elaborate on the use of comparative method in sociology with suitable illustrations.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Science and Scientific MethodEmile Durkheim
Write a short note on Mead's notion of "self".
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
G. H. Mead
Pluralists view pressure groups as necessary element in a democratic system.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Power and ElitesNation, State and Citizenship
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
“Educational innovation is more likely to produce a desired social change if innovation in education is coordinated with changing other parts of the social structure.” Examine.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Education and Social ChangeTheories and Agents of Social Change
Describe how the social, economic, political, and intellectual context in Europe throughout the 18th century contributed to the development of sociology.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Emergence of Sociology
Discuss the relationship between poverty & social exclusion?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Equality, Inequality and ExclusionClass, Status, Gender and Race
Industrialisation changed the institution of marriage in India. Discuss.
5 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Family, Household and MarriagePatriarchy and Gender
Compare & contrast role of religion in various aspects of social life in pluralistic societies like India & US.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Religion in Modern SocietySociology of Religion
Alternatives to institution of marriage is leading to its disintegration. Comment on validity of statement.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Family, Household and MarriagePatriarchy and Gender
What do you understand by class-based stratification system in the context of Indian society. Elaborate on the ways in which Marx and Weber differ in their diagnosis of class-based stratification.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Theories of StratificationClass, Status, Gender and Race
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
Durkheim suggests 'society is more than sum of Individuals'. Do you agree? Why?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Emile Durkheim
Discuss the role of civil society in repairing the institutions that serve as the foundation of democracy.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Nation, State and CitizenshipPower and Elites