Sociology I · Practice questions
Thinkers, methods, stratification, religion, change
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Present day mass media has been seen to have an overt purpose, such as information dissemination, and covert functions, like shaping cultural norms and reinforcing social hierarchies. Analyse the role of mass media in India through Merton's theory of latent and manifest functions.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Robert K. Merton
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
Parsons combined the Weberian notion of subjective aspect of social action with the Durkheimian notion of objective contexts of social fact. Explain.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Talcott ParsonsMax Weber
"Citizenship is a right to have rights". Critically analyze T H Marshall's theory of Citizenship by shedding light upon those rights.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Nation, State and Citizenship
Rostow's growth model asserted that all countries exist somewhere on a linear spectrum, and climb upward through each stage in the development process. Comment.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Development and DependencyTheories and Agents of Social Change
Using the concept of hegemony from Antonio Gramsci's theory, discuss the dominant ideologies and cultural norms that reinforce power structures in Indian society. How do these ideologies shape people's perceptions and behaviours, contributing to the reproduction of existing power relations?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Power and ElitesNation, State and Citizenship
Analyse the impact of feminist theories on the discipline of sociology. How have feminist theorists challenged traditional sociological concepts and methodologies, and what new insights have they offered into the study of gender and inequality?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Class, Status, Gender and RacePatriarchy and Gender
Explain the fundamental principles of Davis and Moore's theory of social stratification. To what extent does this theory remain applicable in comprehending the dynamics of modern Indian society?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Scientific research method has milestones which guides the research. Critically evaluate how these milestones are applicable in sociology.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Science and Scientific MethodPositivism and Its Critique
Critically examine the concept of pattern variable as a tool in understanding social reality.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Talcott Parsons
What is the importance of Merton's Middle Range Theory in sociology? Discuss critically.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2016–2024
Robert K. Merton
Discuss the influence of Mead's concept of the social self on contemporary debates about identity and subjectivity. In what ways does his theory offer a new perspective on the relationship between the individual and society?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
G. H. Mead
“Religion continues to hold a prominent place in Indian society, but there have been notable recent developments that indicate a growing trend towards secularization in India”. Explain.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Religion in Modern SocietySociology of Religion
Studying sociology is not just a routine process of acquiring knowledge. Discuss the statement in the context of 'The Sociological Imagination' of C W Mills.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Sociology and Common SenseEmergence of Sociology
What constitutes critical social research, and what are the primary distinguishing features that define this approach to studying social phenomena?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Non-positivist MethodologiesFact, Value and Objectivity
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
“Parson regarded power differential as necessary for the effective pursuit of collective goals.” Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Talcott ParsonsPower and Elites
How far, do you agree with the view that Globalisation has eroded the power of nation states?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Nation, State and CitizenshipPower and Elites
How does Mead's concept of the 'I' and the 'Me' contribute to our understanding of self-identity and social interactions?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
G. H. Mead
Although the interview method has few technicalities associated with it, the simplicity of the format can be deceptive. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Research Methods and Data Collection
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50 (a) Write a short note on "resource mobilization theory" in context of study of social movements.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
Protest and Social Movements
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
Sociological theories provide us with a framework for explaining the social world around us. Discuss the role of theory in guiding social research.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Science and Scientific MethodVariables, Sampling and Hypothesis