Sociology II · Practice questions
Social Classes in India
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Elaborate on 'Daniel Thorner's' division of the agrarian population of India into different class categories.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Social Classes in IndiaAgrarian Structure and Land Reforms
While caste remains an important dimension of modern social life, its relevance is mostly limited in contemporary times. Critically discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Caste SystemModernisation of Indian Tradition
Write a note on the contributions of Gail Omvedt to Indian Sociology.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Dalit and Backward Class MovementsMarxist Sociology
"Social inequality in India has multiple dimensions." Explain this statement in the light of the views of Andre Beteille on caste in India.
20 marks · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Caste SystemSocial Classes in India
Account for an evolution of industrial class structure in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Social Classes in IndiaIndustrialisation and the Working Class
"Working people need the protection of a union now more than ever." Do you agree with this statement? Give arguments supporting your view.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Industrialisation and the Working ClassInformal Sector and Child Labour
The decision of and ability for women to participate in the labour force is the outcome of various socio-economic factors that interact in a complex fashion at both the micro and macrolevel. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Patriarchy and EntitlementsSocial Classes in India
Idea of middle class is often highly romanticised as an outcome of liberal democracy, a vibrant capitalist economy and individual freedom. Critically examine.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Social Classes in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Examine the role of 'Middle class' in contemporary world.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2018–2023
Social Classes in IndiaNation, Democracy and Citizenship
"The project of Dalit capitalism is futile in a society where caste decides the social capital" Critically analyze.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Dalit and Backward Class MovementsCaste System
There are contestations related to the nature of caste and class in India, while some view caste and class as polar opposites, others view of nexus between caste and class. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Caste SystemSocial Classes in India
Women’s movements in India are often accused of having a narrow middle-class base. Evaluate the statement in terms of leadership & issues of these movements.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Women's MovementSocial Classes in India
Discuss the nature and social background of the working class in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Industrialisation and the Working ClassInformal Sector and Child Labour
In what ways, New Middle Class is different from Old Middle Class. Illustrate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Social Classes in India
"The Soil grows caste, the machine makes class." In the context of this statement discuss the relationship between caste and class.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Caste SystemSocial Classes in India
How is the Indian agrarian system witnessing a change in its 'mode of production'.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Green Revolution and Agrarian ChangeAgrarian Structure and Land Reforms
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
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
How are caste and class related in rural social structure? Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Caste SystemSocial Classes in India
Is India's rising middle class an engine of growth or a loose wheel? Discuss in the light of impact of COVID Pandemic on middle class in India.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Social Classes in India
Examine the changes to agrarian class structure, before and after Indian independence.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Social Classes in IndiaAgrarian Structure and Land Reforms
With Thomas Piketty in his work "Capital in the 21st Century" giving a grave picture about inequality in India , A.R. Desai 's Marxist approach towards study of Indian society becomes all the more relevant. Comment.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Marxist SociologyPoverty and Inequality
What is the relationship between political elites and the business community in India, and how does this impact economic growth and development in the country?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Parties, Pressure Groups and ElitesDevelopment Planning
"Examine the connections among caste, class, and power in Indian society, as captured by the phrase 'Soil grows caste, machine grows class'."
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Caste SystemSocial Classes in India