Sociology II · Practice questions
Modernisation of Indian Tradition
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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
Sanskritization involves 'positional change' in caste system without any 'structural' change. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Caste SystemStructural Functionalism
Discuss P N Mukherjee's thoughts on Indigenisation and Social Mobility.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
IndologyModernisation of Indian Tradition
Social-media is engaged in heralding a new world order. Discuss from Sociological point of view.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Nation, Democracy and CitizenshipUrbanisation and Slums
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
Do you think that marriage as a sacrament is losing its relevance in contemporary India? Present a sociological overview.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
British rule produced radical and lasting changes in Indian society and culture. Examine the statement in the light of M.N. Srinivas's concept of westernization.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Modernisation of Indian TraditionColonial Rule and Nationalism
"Modern society is characterized by departure from tradition and religion to individualism and rational organization of society.". In the context of this statement, discuss to what extent the institution of marriage in Indian society has undergone changes.
20 marks · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2018–2024
Kinship, Family and Marriage in IndiaModernisation of Indian Tradition
Indian Village is a microcosm of Indian society. In this context, Explain the idea of Indian Village.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Village and Village StudiesCaste System
"The Indological perspective on Indian society tends to emphasize cultural continuity and overlooks the dynamics of social change." Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
IndologyModernisation of Indian Tradition
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
"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
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
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
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
Though integrated and comprehensive, yet Yogendra Singh's analysis of social change has been subjected to criticisms. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Modernisation of Indian Tradition
"Each caste is demanding superiority to equals and equality to superiors".
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Caste SystemModernisation of Indian Tradition
Answer 2(a) Yogendra Singh in his seminal work 'Modernization of Indian Tradition, 1973' talked about the law and social change relationship. Discuss. Answer 1(b) Does providing menstrual leave reinforce or challenge existing gender stereotypes? Examine.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution, Law and Social ChangeModernisation of Indian Tradition