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.
Discuss polyandrous customs in Himalayan tribes and their persistence and transformation in the context of modernization and legal frameworks.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaTribal Communities
Explain the reasons behind the growth of sects and cults in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Religious Communities and MinoritiesSecularisation
“Education is not only instrumental in bringing about social change, it is also instrumental in maintaining the status quo.” Comment in the context of Indian society.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Education and Social Change in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Briefly discuss the role of backward class movement in strengthening the process of social mobility among lower caste.
15 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2016
Dalit and Backward Class MovementsCaste System
Provide a sociological overview of changes in consumption pattern of middle class in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Social Classes in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
"The transformation of the tribes into castes in India is conceived to occur through certain methods that have been diversely conceptualized." Elaborate.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Tribal CommunitiesCaste System
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
"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
"Constitution of India is not just a political document but a source of social change". Explain in this context, Yogendra Singh's perspective on law and social change.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeModernisation of Indian Tradition
Social institutions in India have undergone change owing to modernization but still has streaks of tradition embedded in them. Elaborate.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2020
Modernisation of Indian TraditionCaste System
Discuss the importance of the theory of Little Tradition and Great Tradition in comprehending social change in Indian society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Modernisation of Indian TraditionIndology
In context of persistence of problem of defining Middle class, outline the characteristics of New Middle Class in India.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022–2023
Social Classes in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
"Marriage is the universal social institution of Indian society". To what extent statement is true in the backdrop of modernization.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Write short answers to the following questions in about 150 words each, with a sociological perspective: (10 x 5 = 50) (a) Examine with suitable examples the recent trends in the marital practices in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Write short answers to the following questions in about 150 words each, with a sociological perspective: (10 x 5 = 50) (a) What, according to you, are the factors responsible for detribalization in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesModernisation of Indian Tradition
Impact of globalization on the culture of Indian youth
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Modernisation of Indian TraditionNation, Democracy and Citizenship
It is argued that the caste has lost its traditional elements of purity and pollution and became more of an identity group. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Caste SystemModernisation of Indian Tradition
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50 (a) “India’s destiny is not caste in stone.” Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2020–2021
Caste SystemConstitution, Law and Social Change
Critically examine the efficacy of 'Law as an Instrument of Social Change'.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeModernisation of Indian Tradition
"Grassroots environmental movements following Gandhian non-violent tradition are expanding in India". Substantiate
25 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Environmental MovementsModernisation of Indian Tradition
"Yogendra Singh's contribution to the exploration and analysis of social change in India in general and cultural changes in the context of globalisation in particular is immense". Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Modernisation of Indian Tradition
Write short answers to the following questions in about 150 words each, with a sociological perspective: (10 x 5 = 50) (a) Examine the 'Integrated approach' to understanding social change in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Modernisation of Indian TraditionStructural Functionalism
Though integrated and comprehensive, Yogendra Singh's analysis of social change has been subjected to criticisms. Elaborate.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Modernisation of Indian TraditionStructural Functionalism
The concept of Little tradition and Great tradition holds substantial importance in comprehending the dynamics of social change in Indian society. Delve into this significance and its implications.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
IndologyModernisation of Indian Tradition
"Reform movements in 19th century in India grew out of the exigencies of modern social challenges". Critically analyse the statement.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Social ReformColonial Rule and Nationalism
Tribes are said to have accepted ethos of caste structure and absorbed within it. Critically analyse the changing dynamics between caste and tribe.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Tribal CommunitiesCaste System
"To what degree is the influence of religion over social life receding, reflecting the process of secularization in Indian society?"
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
SecularisationModernisation of Indian Tradition
Illustrate the importance of ‘Dharma, Praja and Rati’ in changing institution of marriage and family.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Yogendra Singh's evaluation of social change in India is the departure from the earlier analysis of social change. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Modernisation of Indian TraditionStructural Functionalism
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 1. (a) Sanskritization and structural changes
12.5 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2016
Structural FunctionalismCaste System