Sociology II · Topic
Patriarchy and Entitlements
Patriarchy, women's entitlements and the sexual division of labour in India.
168 UPSC Mains Sociology II questions on Patriarchy and Entitlements that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2015–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
"The feminization of agriculture in India is a consequence of male out-migration rather than women's empowerment." Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Rural Labour, Bondage and MigrationPatriarchy and Entitlements
The entire family system will be under great stress if marital rape is brought under law. In the light of this statement, critically discuss the necessity of criminalising marital rape in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Patriarchy and EntitlementsViolence Against Women
"The household study of family offers a new dimension to sociological research, at the same time it has certain limitations". Analyse
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2018–2023
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaPatriarchy and Entitlements
Wages for housework is an idea whose time has come. Evaluate in context of sexual division of labour in Indian society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Patriarchy and Entitlements
"While education is a tool of social change, it's commercialization is leading to the opposite". Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Education and Social Change in IndiaPoverty and Inequality
"Manual scavenging is a stink that never washes off". In the light of this statement, provide the reasons for the unabated existence of manual scavenging in Indian society and suggest possible solutions.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
UntouchabilityCaste System
"Despite rising levels of education, gender awareness and stringent pro-women laws, there is still a perception that women are second-class citizens". Comment.
25 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2016–2017
Patriarchy and EntitlementsConstitution, Law and Social Change
"Modern slavery – be it bonded labor, involuntary servitude, or sexual slavery – is a crime and cannot be tolerated in any culture, community, or country". Explain.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Rural Labour, Bondage and MigrationInformal Sector and Child Labour
Analyze the social and economic determinants of child and infant mortality in India, and suggest interventions to improve maternal and child health outcomes.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Ageing, Sex Ratio and HealthPoverty and Inequality
“Women-led development models foster both participation and leadership.” Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Patriarchy and EntitlementsWomen's Movement
The concept of paternity leave challenges the patriarchal notion that child-rearing is solely a woman's responsibility. In this context, discuss the challenges associated with implementing paternity leave provisions.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Patriarchy and EntitlementsKinship, Family and Marriage in India
Examine the social, legal, and economic consequences of rising marital breakdown and changing family patterns in Indian society today.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaPatriarchy and Entitlements
Discuss the various forms of violence against women in India and the societal response to these issues.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Violence Against WomenPatriarchy and Entitlements
A legalistic approach to increasing the age at marriage will produce positive results only if structural factors prevailing in the society are properly addressed. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022–2023
Patriarchy and EntitlementsKinship, Family and Marriage in India
Government accountability for the consequences of state-imposed displacement has been virtually absent. Discuss social and cultural implications of displacement for the displaced communities in India?
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Displacement and SustainabilityTribal Communities
Infant mortality rate is the most sensitive index for measuring development. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Ageing, Sex Ratio and HealthPoverty and Inequality
"The introduction of reservation policy is not sufficient to empower women and strengthen their role as key stakeholders in local governance." Examine the statement in the context of Panchayati Raj in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Regionalism and DecentralisationPatriarchy and Entitlements
Do you agree that the Constitution of India has weakened the traditional social order in India? Give reasons for your opinion.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeCaste System
"Poverty in India has been socially generated and perpetuated". Elaborate.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Poverty and InequalityColonial Rule and Nationalism
"Platform economy has provided a mode of empowerment to the women working in the informal sector". Critically examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Informal Sector and Child LabourPatriarchy and Entitlements
Comment on the influence of social and cultural factors on family planning in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022
Population Policy and Family PlanningKinship, Family and Marriage in India
How is Indian morality different from constitutional morality? How does it affect the social change that it was supposed to bring, as envisioned by founding fathers?
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeCaste System
Critically examine how uniform civil code will help improve the condition of women in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Constitution, Law and Social ChangePatriarchy and Entitlements
Illuminate the societal contradictions inherent in sex work within the Indian context.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Poverty and InequalityInformal Sector and Child Labour
"The traditional Indian Joint family is characterized by the element of both continuity and change". Discuss
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2016
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Give a sociological analysis of Youth Unrest and Student Movement in recent times in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022–2023
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsCaste System
Critique the dynamics of caste conflicts with regard to 'honour killing' in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Caste ConflictsCaste System
"Examine the notion of 'toxic masculinity' and its role in shaping behaviours that uphold sexism and the patriarchal system."
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Patriarchy and Entitlements
Discuss the crisis of development and need for sustainable development in contemporary times.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022–2023
Displacement and SustainabilityEnvironmental Movements
"Climate change is not just an environmental issue but also a social justice issue." Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Displacement and SustainabilityPoverty and Inequality