Sociology II · Practice questions
Nation, Democracy and Citizenship
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"Social Media fundamentally altered the nature of political mobilization in India". Discuss.
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Nation, Democracy and CitizenshipParties, Pressure Groups and Elites
The concept of 'unity in diversity' has been both celebrated and contested in Indian society. Evaluate its contemporary relevance with suitable examples.
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Nation, Democracy and CitizenshipRegionalism and Decentralisation
Analyze the changing nature of rural-urban migration in India with reference to recent reverse migration trends. "In the post-independence India, the social and political elites have become distinct identities". Critically examine.
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Parties, Pressure Groups and ElitesNation, Democracy and Citizenship
What challenges does the concept of secularism face in the context of India's diverse religious landscape?
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SecularisationCommunalism and Ethnic Conflict
"Social media has fundamentally altered the nature of political mobilization in India." Discuss. How do regional variations in population distribution affect resource allocation and development in India?
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Parties, Pressure Groups and ElitesNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Cite with suitable illustrations how pressure groups can influence public opinion in India.
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Parties, Pressure Groups and ElitesNation, Democracy and Citizenship
What are the new dimensions of power elitism in India? How does it impact Indian democracy?
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Parties, Pressure Groups and ElitesNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Analyse the regionalisation of Indian politics and its implication on decentralization of power.
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Regionalism and DecentralisationParties, Pressure Groups and Elites
What is techno-nationalism? How has it shaped contemporary Indian nationalism? (10) (d) Can 'Mandalisation' and 'electoral reservation for women' be considered to redefine Indian politics?
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Nation, Democracy and CitizenshipEthnicity and Identity Movements
What is middle class proliferation? Critically examine the consequences of the rise of the ‘new middle class's on politics in India.
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Social Classes in IndiaParties, Pressure Groups and Elites
"The Indian diaspora has become a significant force in shaping India's global image and domestic policies." Evaluate.
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Parties, Pressure Groups and ElitesNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Has the transformation of the rural landscape been democratic in its outcomes? Evaluate.
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Rural DevelopmentAgrarian Structure and Land Reforms
“Regional identity politics simultaneously strengthens and fragments Indian federalism.”
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Regionalism and DecentralisationEthnicity and Identity Movements
Political parties essentially emerge from social movements. Support your view with examples. "Climate change is not just an environmental issue but also a social justice issue." Discuss.
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Parties, Pressure Groups and ElitesNation, Democracy and Citizenship
What are the new dimensions of power elitism in India? How does it impact Indian democracy? (10) (c) Enumerate the challenges faced by Persons with Disabilities (PwD) which hinder effective social participation.
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Parties, Pressure Groups and ElitesNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Examine the tension between National Integration and the assertion of regional identities in Indian democratic processes.
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Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Decentralization in India has led to democratisation but not necessarily development. Critically analyze.
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Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship