Sociology II · 10 marks · 150 words
"How does Louis Dumont's perspective on the Caste System in India contribute to our understanding of its social and cultural dynamics?"
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Syllabus: Caste System: (a) Perspectives on the study of caste systems: GS Ghurye, M N Srinivas, Louis Dumont, Andre Beteille. (b) Features of caste system. (c) Untouchability - forms and perspectives.
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