Sociology I · Practice questions
Theories and Agents of Social Change
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Science gathers knowledge faster than society gathers wisdom. Critically discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Science, Technology and Social ChangeTheories and Agents of Social Change
Low-income countries are not underdeveloped, rather mis-developed. In the light of this statement, critically examine dependency theories on development.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Development and DependencyTheories and Agents of Social Change
Discuss how has the information revolution impacted social change in developing societies?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Science, Technology and Social ChangeTheories and Agents of Social Change
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
Describe the modernization theory on development. How did the under- development theorists critique it?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Development and DependencyTheories and Agents of Social Change
"Modernization does not necessarily lead to development." Analyze. Discuss how has the information revolution impacted social change in developing societies?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Development and DependencyTheories and Agents of Social Change
While economic changes might prove to be an initial stimulus, Parsons believed that in the long run cultural changes determine the broadest pattern of change. Elaborate.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Talcott ParsonsTheories and Agents of Social Change
Analyze the paradox of education as both a means of emancipation and reproduction of inequality.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Education and Social ChangeEquality, Inequality and Exclusion
What are functions? Provide a functional analysis on globalisation.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Robert K. MertonTheories and Agents of Social Change
Max Weber's concept of rationalization is a 'double-edged sword'. Discuss. (b) Explain the functional perspective on marriage and discuss how some of its functions are being taken over by other institutions. (c) Examine the salience of Dependency Theory in understanding social change and global inequalities.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Max WeberTheories and Agents of Social Change
Marx as a conflict theorist viewed social conflict or class struggle as a catalyst to social change.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Karl MarxTheories and Agents of Social Change
How social hierarchy and exclusionary practices act as barrier to the societal transformation? Discuss
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Equality, Inequality and ExclusionClass, Status, Gender and Race
Write short answers to the following questions in about 150 words each, with a sociological perspective: (a) Has globalization changed the dimensions of nation and state?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Nation, State and CitizenshipTheories and Agents of Social Change
What are some sociological perspectives that advocate for broader public participation in scientific and technological processes as a means to achieve equitable development.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Science, Technology and Social ChangeTheories and Agents of Social Change
Education is often believed to be an agent of development & social change. However, it may reinforce conservatism and conflicts in society. How do you assess this dual role of education in society?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Education and Social ChangeTheories and Agents of Social Change
How does media act as an agent of social change? Illustrate with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Theories and Agents of Social Change