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.
Though integrated and comprehensive, yet Yogendra Singh's analysis of social change has been subjected to criticisms. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Modernisation of Indian Tradition
To what extent does Modernisation lead to the breakdown of traditional social structure and values? Give reasons to support your answer.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Modernisation of Indian TraditionCaste System
Elaborate on the changing roles of family in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Analyse the sociological interconnections between social media and socialization in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Education and Social Change in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
"Globalization is a double -edged sword. It is a controversial process that assaults national sovereignty, erodes local culture and tradition and threatens economic and social stability." In the context of this statement, discuss the impact of globalization on Tribes.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2016
Tribal CommunitiesDisplacement and Sustainability
Is the Indian bureaucracy an outdated colonial vestige?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
“Tribes lose their territorial significance to form caste”. Do you agree? Comment on the tribe-caste continuum with clear examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesCaste System
Comment on the notion of social change from a cognitive historical viewpoint as postulated by Dumont.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
IndologyModernisation of Indian Tradition
Examine MN Srinivas's concept of Sanskritization. How useful is it in understanding caste mobility?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Caste SystemStructural Functionalism
Critically examine the concept of sanskritisation with suitable examples.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Structural FunctionalismCaste System
Critically examine on the heterogenic features that influenced Indian tradition according to Yogendra Singh.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Modernisation of Indian Tradition
"Each caste is demanding superiority to equals and equality to superiors".
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Caste SystemModernisation of Indian Tradition
A recent report by Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation found that youth with higher education don't aspire to get married early. Analyse the trends in marriage in India from sociological perspective.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Western view of "WESTERNIZATION as SYMBOL of MODERNITY" vs GHURYE'S view of "CULTURE as Symbol & upholder of Modernity"
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
IndologyModernisation of Indian Tradition
In the context of rapid social change and transformation, the notion of a homogenous identity is inadequate to understand tribal society in India. Comment.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Tribal CommunitiesModernisation of Indian Tradition
A two-way relationship is observed between folk-society and the urban society which is coming in contact with each other and inheriting as well as losing some of their traits. Discuss w.r.t little tradition and Great tradition theory.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Modernisation of Indian TraditionVillage and Village Studies
Discuss the significance of Arya samaj and Ramakrishna mission as reform mvts in India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Social ReformModernisation of Indian Tradition
Explain Ghurye's sociology of Indian civilization d) Evaluate the impact of modernization on the village community.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Modernisation of Indian TraditionVillage and Village Studies
Has the Indian village become globalised? Discuss the global cultural flow and assess its impact on the Indian villages.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Village and Village StudiesModernisation of Indian Tradition
Discuss the social factors responsible for the emergence of middle-class consciousness in India. What have been the social consequences of this phenomenon?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Social Classes in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
The character and composition of the 'middle class' has been ever changing in India. Evaluate.
25 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2014
Social Classes in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
"Forces of globalization have fostered cultural changes in the institution of family". Comment.
15 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2015
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Critically analyze the impact of globalization on the social heritage of tribal's in India.
15 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2015
Tribal CommunitiesDisplacement and Sustainability
With reference to the components of Sanskriti exclusivity and the idea of the past.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
IndologyModernisation of Indian Tradition
In what ways does the idea of "Dominant Caste" remain relevant for understanding rural social dynamics in 21st-century India? Illustrate with examples. How does Yogendra Singh's theory of modernization explain the contradictions between tradition and modernity in Indian society?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Structural FunctionalismModernisation of Indian Tradition
A recent report by MoSPI found youth with higher education don't aspire to get married early- Analyse the trends in marriage in India from sociological perspective.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
The culture of society and its religious beliefs often coexists, however, sometimes they stand against each other.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Religious Communities and MinoritiesModernisation of Indian Tradition
"Modern society is characterized by departure from tradition & religion to individualism & rational organization of society." In this context, discuss to what extent the institution of marriage in Indian society has changed.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
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
India has completed 75 years since Independence, but modernisation of Indian tradition is still an unfinished task. Do you agree?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Modernisation of Indian Tradition