Sociology II · Practice questions
Caste, tribes, villages, movements, Indian society
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"M N Srinivas took from a state of nowhere to a state of maturity in just two decades".
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Structural FunctionalismIndology
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words : 10 x 5 = 50 Sanskritization involves 'positional change' in caste system without any 'structural' change. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Caste SystemStructural Functionalism
Do you conform to the view that religious reform can spearhead societal reform?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Social ReformColonial Rule and Nationalism
How do you relate the development of metropolis and its impact on the mental and social life of people in India?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Urbanisation and SlumsSocial Classes in India
Analyse the changing nexus between caste and tribe. d) Briefly discuss the concept of Ethno-nationalism along with suitable examples.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Tribal CommunitiesCaste System
Evaluate the efficiency of land reforms in India. Can the lacunae be addressed in Land Reforms 2.0? (20m) 7) "Villages" are regarded as authentic models of Indian society, thus making village studies becomes essential to comprehend "Indian values". Discuss the challenges faced during village studies.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Agrarian Structure and Land ReformsVillage and Village Studies
Tribals are the worst affected by the various developmental related displacements. In this context, critically examine the objectives of Forest Right Act, 2006.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Tribal CommunitiesDisplacement and Sustainability
"The land reforms implemented in post-independence India aimed to address socio-economic disparities but achieved mixed results." Evaluate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agrarian Structure and Land ReformsPoverty and Inequality
With reference to the components of Sanskriti exclusivity and the idea of the past.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
IndologyModernisation of Indian Tradition
Indian villages aim to reflect structural-functional historic relationship between different communities. Discuss this statement in the context of Samirpeth study of SC Dube.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Village and Village StudiesStructural Functionalism
Critically analyze the statement: "Indian society is transitioning from being caste-based to class-based."
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
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
Caste system studies in India have been dominated by Book-view initially. How did the entry of field view bring about a balance in study of Indian caste system? Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Caste SystemIndology
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 100 words. II. Village studies in Indian sociology
10 marks · 100 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Village and Village StudiesStructural Functionalism
"Peasant movements in India have evolved from traditional resistance to modern political mobilization." Analyze this transformation with reference to specific movements.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
The tenancy reforms in Kerala have also helped Kerala to achieve social equality and the hutments development in the land have helped the poor.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Agrarian Structure and Land ReformsPoverty and Inequality
Discuss your opinion on the statement that environmental movements in the West are essential at this time, whereas environmental protection in India is deeply ingrained in its culture, providing suitable examples.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Environmental Movements
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
Give an account of Rajni Kothari's study of the relationship of caste and politics.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Parties, Pressure Groups and ElitesCaste System
Does the concept of 'creamy layer' undermine the principles of social justice and equity? Throw light on implication of recent SC judgements on the concept of creamy layer for OBCs introduced by the report of Justice G. Rohini commission. Recently SC judgement in Davinder Singh case allowed sub-classification of SC reservation.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Caste SystemDalit and Backward Class Movements
The purity of the caste can be ensured through closely guarding women who form the pivot for the whole structure. In light of this statement, discuss how gender and caste are related to each other.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Patriarchy and EntitlementsCaste System
Should right to health be a fundamental right? Discuss the health and wellness requirements of various social groups to achieve impactful societal outcomes?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Constitution, Law and Social ChangePoverty and Inequality
According to UN-Habitat and WHO survey, 32% of Indian urban population lives in slums. The World Bank called Indian urbanisation as 'slow, hidden and messy' owing to a large slum presence. Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Urbanisation and SlumsPoverty and Inequality
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