Sociology II · Topic
Tribal Communities
Definitional problems, geographical spread, colonial policies, and integration and autonomy of tribes.
88 UPSC Mains Sociology II questions on Tribal Communities that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2014–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Write short note on the Tribes of Lakshadweep and Andaman and Nicobar island groups.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Tribal Communities
Trace the reasons for the Tana Bhagat Movement and assess its impact on politics of tribalism.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesColonial Rule and Nationalism
Critically analyse the issue of 'Isolation-Integration-Autonomy' of tribal communities in India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Tribal Communities
Recently India has created history by electing a tribal woman as its President. Does it signify that India has achieved two of its major goals in this 'Amrit Kaal' viz. Women empowerment and tribal upliftment. Substantiate your views with suitable examples.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Patriarchy and EntitlementsTribal Communities
"The appointment of Draupadi Murmu as the President of India serves as a significant advancement towards addressing the intersectional marginalization in Indian society". Critically analyse the significance and limitations of intersectional approach to address issues of vulnerable sections in the society.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Poverty and InequalityPatriarchy and Entitlements
Explain the dynamics of religious change within tribal societies. Support your argument with examples from both colonial period and the post-independence era.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Tribal CommunitiesColonial Rule and Nationalism
What are the challenges of integrating tribal communities into mainstream society while preserving their ethnic identities and cultural heritage?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Tribal CommunitiesEthnicity and Identity Movements
Evidence against the view that tribes are primitive communities living isolated lives untouched by civilisation.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Tribal CommunitiesModernisation of Indian Tradition
GS Ghurye liberated the study of Indian society from the colonial biases & laid the true foundation of the discipline of sociology in India. Substantiate this statement.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
IndologyCaste System
It has been a difficult exercise to produce a universally acceptable or applicable definition of tribals in India. In this context, discuss the diverse & similar features of tribes across India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Tribal Communities
Are tribal protests & movements an indication of limitation of the policy of integration in independent India. Comment.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Tribal CommunitiesEthnicity and Identity Movements
Examine the inherent connection between displacement and the pursuit of development, providing a critical analysis.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Displacement and SustainabilityTribal Communities
Q-1. Family and kinship in India: structure and change. Marriage and family in India. Tribes in India: definition, characteristics and problems. Social movements in India: social reform movements. Caste system in India: caste and class.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaTribal Communities
Analyze the issue of 'Isolation-Integration-Autonomy' of the tribal communities in India, beginning from the colonial period.
25 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2014
Tribal Communities
"Tribal modernization is being considered as panacea for tribal emancipation". Discuss the statement in the light of contemporary Government's approach towards Tribes.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Tribal Communities
The concept of 'Tribe' in India is problematic. Discuss the various sociological perspectives on the relationship between tribe and caste. 7(c) Discuss how the commodification of women is a manifestation of patriarchy.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Tribal CommunitiesCaste System
Examine the distinct challenges encountered by tribal communities in India. Evaluate the efficacy of current tribal development policies in mitigating these challenges.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesDisplacement and Sustainability
MN Srinivas considers village as MICROCOSMS of Indian society, whereas others like Indologist Ghurye consider village as an authentic prototype of Indian society having values of HINDU CULTURE. [Village Studies in India] Discuss. e) Tribals constituting 8.6% of total population do no fit in ONE-SIZE. Based on diversity among tribes, constituent Assembly debated about their integration to society or autonomy. Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Tribal Communities
Discuss the social and cultural implications of development-induced displacement in India. c) Explain the social consequences of Green Revolution in India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Displacement and SustainabilityTribal Communities
Comment on the growing assertion of tribal communities for autonomy in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesRegionalism and Decentralisation
Is tribal India still waiting for swaraj? Examine the social deficiencies of forest laws in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesColonial Rule and Nationalism
Explain the position taken by different social scientists regarding the issue of Integration & autonomy of tribals in Indian society.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Tribal Communities
Critically assess the debate between autonomy and integration in the context of tribal development in India.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesColonial Rule and Nationalism
Education is as an important tool for empowerment of scheduled tribes. In this context, critically examine the challenges faced in providing education to tribals.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Tribal CommunitiesEducation and Social Change in India
Analyze the impact of the Forest Rights Act, 2006 on tribal communities. Has it successfully addressed historical injustices?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesDisplacement and Sustainability
Examine the features and relevance of Indological studies of Ghurye and Dumont. (20m)
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
IndologyCaste System
Give an account of Ranajit Guha's approach in studying 'subaltern class'.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Colonial Rule and NationalismPeasant and Farmers' Movements
How does caste consciousness have a bearing on tribes in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesCaste System