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.
The socio-religious reform movements tried to achieve the objective of emancipation of women & extension of equal rights to them. Discuss
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Social ReformModernisation of Indian Tradition
"Tradition and modernity exist in contemporary Indian society". Discuss factors responsible for such continuity and change.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Modernisation of Indian TraditionCaste System
Yogendra Singh defines modernisation as a cultural process which is rational in thought, based on universalistic ideologies, secularism etc. Modernisation is adoption of secular values that are culturally neutral. It induces changes in social structure and values. (b) Is caste system peculiar to India? Discuss. (c) Define 'working people' and explain why they need protection of unions.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Modernisation of Indian Tradition
Buddhism originally began as a cult around the figure of lord Buddha. It was given a lot of importance since the various kings of Kashi and Magadha adopted its practices under the influence of Buddha. It then diffused gradually to various parts of the nation and world. It came to vogue largely because of its simplicity of rituals and no demand on members in comparison to Brahmanical Hinduism. It was also a great vehicle for cultural exchange for it spread to countries of South East and East Asia too, thus giving us cultural exchange. Modern Buddhism is largely absent in India apart from some pockets of Tantric Buddhism in Ladakh and NE India. Even Ambedkar released it new life by converting and starting NavBauddha movement for emancipation of Dalits through conversion. The neighbouring countries on East are largely Buddhist and thus form a good cultural backbone in Geo-Political International Relations. Thus, we see that Buddhism is as relevant today for social emancipation and cultural exchange as it was in ancient times. 1(c) Robert Redfield gave the theory of Little Tradition and Great Tradition in his study of Mexican village as a theory of cultural change in society. In India it was applied by Milton Singer and Mckim Marriott in their studies.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
IndologyModernisation of Indian Tradition