Sociology II · Topic
Marxist Sociology
The Marxist perspective on Indian society, as in A. R. Desai.
56 UPSC Mains Sociology II questions on Marxist Sociology that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2016–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
To what extent Marxist approach is relevant in understanding Indian social reality? Discuss in context of A.R. Desai.
15 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Marxist SociologyIndology
"One clear picture of single dominant mode of production has not yet appeared in the map of Indian agrarian social structure." Examine the statement.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Social Classes in IndiaGreen Revolution and Agrarian Change
Limitations of dialectical approach to the study of Indian society
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2016
Marxist Sociology
Present an account of A.R. Desai opinion on the evolution of Indian nationalism. Do you think the idea of Indian nationalism has changed nowadays?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Marxist SociologyColonial Rule and Nationalism
Marxist village studies opened up a new dimension in viewing India differing starkly from Indological view which was dominantly used. b) The emergence of peasant consciousness during British colonialism can be attributed to several factors. Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Village and Village StudiesMarxist Sociology
Caste Mobility in India. "India's Nationalism was the result of the material conditions created by the British Colonialism." Examine the statement with respect to AR Desai's work. Compare and Contrast the perspective of Andre Beteille and MN Srinivas with respect to 'study of caste'. The lopsided, iniquitous and environmentally destructive processes of development has given rise to environmental movements in India. Examine.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Marxist SociologyColonial Rule and Nationalism
Do you agree to the view that the transformation of the pre-British India from feudal economy to capitalist economy was a result of the British conquest of India?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Colonial Rule and NationalismMarxist Sociology
AR Desai studied Indian society through the lens of contradictions. Elaborate.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Marxist Sociology
"A.R. Desai's Marxist approach to Indian society emphasized the role of material conditions in shaping social relations." Evaluate his contribution to understanding rural transformation in post-independence India.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Marxist SociologyRural Development
Distinctly identify the elements of Marxist village studies in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Marxist SociologyVillage and Village Studies
According to A.R. Desai, reform movements during British period were an expression of national awakening due to contradictions between the old value system and new socio-economic realities. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Marxist SociologyColonial Rule and Nationalism
The statement 'the soil grows caste, machines make classes', captures shift from traditional, ascriptional statuses to class-based modern achievement based ones. 1(b) India's social fabric is patchwork of multiple religious identities that coexist. NK Bose's view of Indian society as 'culturally pluralistic' one - both harmony & tension can be seen embedded in structure of Indian society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Marxist SociologyCaste System
Critically examine the sociological perspectives on: (a) A.R. Desai's contribution to understanding Indian society (b) Definitional issues in tribal development (c) Emerging trends in marriage and family (d) New middle class in India (e) Issues related to the ageing population.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Marxist Sociology
India's nationalism was result of the material conditions created by the British colonialism". Examine the statement with respect to AR Desai's work.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Marxist SociologyColonial Rule and Nationalism
Critically examine the contribution of A.R. Desai to the understanding of Indian nationalism. (b) Explain the different approaches to the study of tribal societies in India. (c) Examine the changes in the family system in India due to modernisation and urbanisation.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Marxist SociologyColonial Rule and Nationalism
Discuss the relevance of Desai's Marxist approach to studying Indian society in contemporary socio-political contexts.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Marxist SociologySocial Classes in India
A R Desai studied Indian society through lens of contradictions. Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Marxist Sociology
"Village studies in India have romanticized rural life while ignoring structural inequalities." Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Village and Village StudiesStructural Functionalism
Critically examine the limitations of the structuralist-functionalist perspective in the analysis of the Indian society.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Structural FunctionalismIndology
Critically discuss the Marxist approach to the analysis of Indian Nationalism.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Marxist SociologyColonial Rule and Nationalism
Examine the sociological perspective of A. R. Desai's characterisation of leadership of Indian freedom movement.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Marxist SociologyColonial Rule and Nationalism
Changing intent of state was greatly reflected in the changing nature of the Land Tenure System. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Agrarian Structure and Land ReformsMarxist Sociology
Land reform measures since Independence has brought about some change in rural India. In the context of this statement, evaluate the progress & performance of land reforms measures undertaken.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Agrarian Structure and Land ReformsMarxist Sociology
India's nationalism was the result of the material conditions created by the British colonialism. Examine the statement with A.R. Desai's work 2b) Secularization of caste is essentially a modern phenomenon. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Marxist SociologyColonial Rule and Nationalism
Critically analyze the relevance of the Marxist perspective in understanding the changing nature of class relations in contemporary Indian society. Illustrate your answer with suitable examples.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Marxist SociologySocial Classes in India
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) A R Desai studied Indian society through lens of contradictions. Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Marxist Sociology