Sociology I · Practice questions
Thinkers, methods, stratification, religion, change
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Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50 (a) "Methodological pluralism is a panacea that can solve all research problems." Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Science and Scientific MethodResearch Methods and Data Collection
These days internet addiction has become an usual phenomenon. Applying Mead's 'Theory of Self' explore the phenomenon.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2021
G. H. Mead
Discuss social mobility patterns in open and closed stratification systems.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Social MobilityTheories of Stratification
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
Explain how Talcott parson's conception of pattern variables is a link between his theory of 'Social Action' and 'social system'.
25 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Talcott Parsons
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) "Marriage is no longer the popular institution in today's modern society". Critically analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021
Family, Household and MarriagePatriarchy and Gender
Occupying positions at the very apex of our society, elites use the language of national interests, valour and endeavour in order to keep themselves in power. Discuss in context of theory of Power Elites by C.W. Mills.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Power and Elites
What are informal organisations? Are NGOs informal organisations? (10M)
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Organisation of Work
Discuss how Durkheim's study of suicide demonstrates the impact of social structure on individual behavior.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Emile Durkheim
Discuss Max Weber's theory of rationalization and its impact on social change in modern society. Provide contemporary examples.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Max WeberTheories and Agents of Social Change
"The subject matter and scope of sociology have been intensely debated but still it is not practical to rein it's purview within specific boundaries". Examine
15 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Emergence of SociologySociology and Other Social Sciences
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
Enlist some quantitative research techniques and evaluate their limitations.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Research Methods and Data Collection
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
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 the role of education as an agent of social change, with reference to issues of social mobility, equality, and empowerment.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Education and Social ChangeSocial Mobility
How do Mead's concepts of the 'I' and the 'Me' inform our understanding of self-identity and social interactions?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
G. H. Mead
Analyse the relationship between sociology and welfare economics, with special reference to Indian society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Sociology and Other Social Sciences
Industrialization has disrupted the traditional relationship between generations, as well as the relationship between spouses in a familial structure. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022–2023
Family, Household and MarriageTheories and Agents of Social Change
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
"It is not the consciousness of individual that directs behavior but collective conscience that transcends the individual and shape his or her consciousness". Discuss in context of Durkheim's theory of social facts.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022–2023
Emile Durkheim
The changing functions of family have led many to question its role and significance in present times. Evaluate
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Family, Household and Marriage
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
The division of labor goes beyond the economic interests, it also establishes social and moral order within the society. Discuss in context of theory of Emile Durkheim.
25 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2015–2017
Emile Durkheim