Sociology II · Topic
Modernisation of Indian Tradition
Modernisation, westernisation and the persistence of tradition, as in Yogendra Singh.
124 UPSC Mains Sociology II questions on Modernisation of Indian Tradition that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2014–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
While caste remains an important dimension of modern social life, its relevance is mostly limited in contemporary times. Critically discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Caste SystemModernisation of Indian Tradition
Sanskritization involves 'positional change' in caste system without any 'structural' change. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Caste SystemStructural Functionalism
Discuss the significance of Arya Samaj and Ramakrishna mission as reform movements in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2018–2023
Social ReformColonial Rule and Nationalism
Secularization of caste is essentially a modern phenomenon. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2018–2022
Caste SystemModernisation of Indian Tradition
Discuss P N Mukherjee's thoughts on Indigenisation and Social Mobility.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
IndologyModernisation of Indian Tradition
Islamic diffusion gave birth to emergence of new great and little traditions. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2022
Modernisation of Indian TraditionIndology
Discuss the impact of Bhakti movement on the Indian society.
15 marks · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2016–2017
Social ReformCaste System
Critically examine the factors responsible for continuation of "Caste Consciousness" in the Indian "collective conscience".
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2015–2020
Caste SystemParties, Pressure Groups and Elites
Social-media is engaged in heralding a new world order. Discuss from Sociological point of view.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Nation, Democracy and CitizenshipUrbanisation and Slums
What is tribe caste continuum? What are Elwin's views on the same?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesCaste System
The middle class is condemned in India for its apathy but also emulated for its activism. Discuss
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2016–2017
Social Classes in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2016–2017
Environmental MovementsModernisation of Indian Tradition
Evaluate the impact of modernization on the "village community".
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2017–2021
Modernisation of Indian TraditionVillage and Village Studies
‘Modernization in the Indian context is a complex phenomenon involving both continuity and change’. Comment
25 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2016–2017
Modernisation of Indian TraditionCaste System
Idea of middle class is often highly romanticised as an outcome of liberal democracy, a vibrant capitalist economy and individual freedom. Critically examine.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Social Classes in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Do you think that marriage as a sacrament is losing its relevance in contemporary India? Present a sociological overview.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Indian modernity has paradoxical features of continuity and change. Elaborate.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Modernisation of Indian TraditionCaste System
British rule produced radical and lasting changes in Indian society and culture. Examine the statement in the light of M.N. Srinivas's concept of westernization.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Modernisation of Indian TraditionColonial Rule and Nationalism
"Modern society is characterized by departure from tradition and religion to individualism and rational organization of society.". In the context of this statement, discuss to what extent the institution of marriage in Indian society has undergone changes.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2018–2024
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Examine the role of 'Middle class' in contemporary world.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2018–2023
Social Classes in IndiaNation, Democracy and Citizenship
"India's destiny is not caste in stone." Comment.
15 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2017–2020
Caste SystemModernisation of Indian Tradition
Evaluate M.N. Srinivas's structural-functionalist perspective in analyzing contemporary Indian social institutions.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Structural FunctionalismCaste System
Indian Village is a microcosm of Indian society. In this context, Explain the idea of Indian Village.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Village and Village StudiesCaste System
"Middle class has been taken as the cornerstone of a stable democracy". Discuss in context of Indian society.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2020–2022
Social Classes in IndiaNation, Democracy and Citizenship
"India needs modernization and not westernization". Is one possible without the other? Comment
15 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2016–2020
Modernisation of Indian Tradition
Religious beliefs and practices vary and change, and this has to be examined in relation to variation and change in the structure of society. Discuss in context of Srinivas's views on religion and society.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022
Structural FunctionalismCaste System
"The Indological perspective on Indian society tends to emphasize cultural continuity and overlooks the dynamics of social change." Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
IndologyModernisation of Indian Tradition
Illustrate the importance of 'Kanyadan' and 'Kulabadhu' in changing institutions of marriage and family.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaPatriarchy and Entitlements
Discuss the role of British colonial policies in shaping the traditional structure of Indian society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Colonial Rule and NationalismModernisation of Indian Tradition
" Traditions and modernity are misplaced polarities in the study of social change in India." Elucidate
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2016
Modernisation of Indian TraditionIndology