Sociology II · Topic
Constitution, Law and Social Change
The Constitution and law as instruments of social change.
79 UPSC Mains Sociology II questions on Constitution, Law and Social Change that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2016–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
How has the New Education Policy 2020 attempted to address traditional challenges while preparing for future needs?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Education and Social Change in IndiaConstitution, Law and Social Change
Examine how the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Amendment) Bill, 2021, seeking to elevate the legal age of marriage for women from 18 to 21 years, contributes to the advancement of gender equality and empowerment of women within the Indian context.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Patriarchy and EntitlementsConstitution, Law and Social Change
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50 (a) “India’s destiny is not caste in stone.” Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2020–2021
Caste SystemConstitution, Law and Social Change
Does the concept of the 'creamy layer' undermine the principles of social justice and equity? Throw light on implications of recent Supreme Court judgment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Caste SystemDalit and Backward Class Movements
Critically examine the efficacy of 'Law as an Instrument of Social Change'.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeModernisation of Indian Tradition
Recently Supreme Court said that Sex work is a profession whose practitioners are entitled to dignity and equal protection under law. In this context, discuss exclusion and marginalisation faced by sex workers in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022–2023
Poverty and InequalityInformal Sector and Child Labour
"Social Change can be brought through public policy". Critically analyse.
Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2020
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeDevelopment Planning
Critically evaluate the role of the state in restructuring Indian Society since Independence. Also explain the factors which has affected the state's effectiveness in restructuring Indian Society.
25 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2016–2017
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeDevelopment Planning
Examine the sociological aspects of the issue of same-sex marriage in the context of a recent Supreme Court ruling.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaPatriarchy and Entitlements
The relationship between law and society is reciprocal in the context of societal transformation. Please provide your viewpoint on this interplay.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Constitution, Law and Social Change
Is the Indian bureaucracy an outdated colonial vestige? How has it affected social policy?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Colonial Rule and NationalismConstitution, Law and Social Change
Examine the impact of constitutional provisions for minority rights on India's secular fabric. How do these provisions balance individual and group rights?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
SecularisationConstitution, Law and Social Change
Discuss the sociological significance of affirmative actions taken by welfare state like India for the vulnerable sections of the society.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeCaste System
Answer the following questions in about 150 words each: (a) Discuss the role of law as an instrument of social change and social continuity. (b) 'Dalit capitalism' is being viewed as a new phenomenon in the contemporary Indian society. Critically examine the statement. (c) Discuss the impact of Green Revolution on the social structure of rural India.
150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeDalit and Backward Class Movements
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) When it comes to social change in society, law and society shares a reciprocal relationship. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitution, Law and Social Change
Discuss the role of technology and digital transformation in bringing about social change in Indian society. How has this change influenced social relationships and behavior?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution, Law and Social ChangePoverty and Inequality
Recently, a five-judge Constitution bench headed by Justice Ashok Bhushan expressed concerns over continuation of reservations in jobs and education. In this context, discuss whether reservation system needs a re-evaluation.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Caste SystemDalit and Backward Class Movements
"India can be considered a role model for the West only if women and non-binary pregnant individuals have complete autonomy over their bodies and reproductive rights". Analyse the statement in context of impact of recent legislations on reproductive issues in India.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Patriarchy and EntitlementsAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
Religious conversion points to the phenomenon that is associated with personal and communal metamorphosis. Discuss social significance of religious conversions in India.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Religious Communities and MinoritiesConstitution, Law and Social Change
While the Surrogacy Act aims to regulate surrogacy in India, it is likely to become counter-productive to any efforts for ending the exploitation of vulnerable women. Critically Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Patriarchy and EntitlementsConstitution, Law and Social Change
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10x5=50 "Constitution of India is not just a political document but a source of social change". Explain in this context, Yogendra Singh's perspective on law and social change. 10 "Green revolution led to profound structural and cultural changes in rural and agrarian societies in India". Analyse the various functional and dysfunctional changes brought by green revolution. 20 "Patriarchy continues to be a dominant force in Indian social scenario". Discuss, in this light, the recent rise in cases of violence against women.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeGreen Revolution and Agrarian Change
What is environmentalism? Can it help address environmental inequality and crisis? (e) Analyse the role of constitution in mooting social change in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Displacement and SustainabilityEnvironmental Movements
Panchayati Raj is the third tier of government which was introduced with 73rd constitutional amendment Act. It provided 33% reservation for women cutting across caste lines.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Regionalism and DecentralisationPatriarchy and Entitlements
Tribals are the worst affected by the various developmental related displacements. In this context, critically examine the objectives of Forest Right Act, 2006.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Tribal CommunitiesDisplacement and Sustainability
Does the concept of 'creamy layer' undermine the principles of social justice and equity? Throw light on implication of recent SC judgements on the concept of creamy layer for OBCs introduced by the report of Justice G. Rohini commission. Recently SC judgement in Davinder Singh case allowed sub-classification of SC reservation.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Caste SystemDalit and Backward Class Movements
Should right to health be a fundamental right? Discuss the health and wellness requirements of various social groups to achieve impactful societal outcomes?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Constitution, Law and Social ChangePoverty and Inequality
Recently India has created history by electing a tribal woman as its President. Does it signify that India has achieved two of its major goals in this 'Amrit Kaal' viz. Women empowerment and tribal upliftment. Substantiate your views with suitable examples.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Patriarchy and EntitlementsTribal Communities
Examine the role of law as an instrument of social change.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeModernisation of Indian Tradition
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) Critically examine the efficacy of 'Law as an Instrument of Social Change'.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitution, Law and Social Change
Answer 2(a) Yogendra Singh in his seminal work 'Modernization of Indian Tradition, 1973' talked about the law and social change relationship. Discuss. Answer 1(b) Does providing menstrual leave reinforce or challenge existing gender stereotypes? Examine.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeModernisation of Indian Tradition