AIR 50 · CSE 2023 · Sociology II · 51 pages

K N Chandana Jahnavi: Sociology II answer copy

19 answers by K N Chandana Jahnavi, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1(a)Critically examine the efficacy of 'Law as an Instrument of Social Change'.10 marks
  2. Q1(b)"The project of Dalit capitalism is futile in a society where caste decides the social capital" Critically analyze.10 marks
  3. Q1(c)Critically examine the 'paradox' of India's 'green revolution'.10 marks
  4. Q1(d)Do you agree that the Constitution of India has weakened the traditional social order in India? Give reasons for your opinion.10 marks
  5. Q1(e)Discuss the nature and social background of the working class in India.10 marks
  6. Q2(a)“Education is not only instrumental in bringing about social change, it is also instrumental in maintaining the status quo.” Comment in the context of Indian society.20 marks
  7. Q2(b)"Poverty is the root cause of child labour." In this context, there is a possibility of more children engaging in child labour due to the loss of jobs during the ongoing pandemic. Comment.20 marks
  8. Q2(c)How is the Indian agrarian system witnessing a change in its 'mode of production'.10 marks
  9. Q3(a)India's bonded labourers are caught between an entrenched caste system and a dismissive state. Analyse.20 marks
  10. Q3(b)"Gentrification of the cities and ghettoization are the two sides of the same coin in the new urban landscape." Examine the statement with reference to the Indian experience of urbanization.20 marks
  11. Q3(c)"The introduction of reservation policy is not sufficient to empower women and strengthen their role as key stakeholders in local governance." Examine the statement in the context of Panchayati Raj in India.10 marks
  12. Q5(a)Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) "Differences in cultural norms affect fertility behaviour". Comment in the context of population dynamics in India.10 marks
  13. Q5(b)Write a short note with a sociological perspective on nativist movements in India after independence.10 marks
  14. Q5(c)Infant mortality rate is the most sensitive index for measuring development. Comment.10 marks
  15. Q5(d)What do you understand by 'cultural nationalism'? How does it manifest in India? Give some examples from recent times.10 marks
  16. Q5(e)Briefly discuss D.N. Dhanagare's views on agrarian movements in India.10 marks
  17. Q8(a)"Population policy 2000 sees population structure through lens of fertility, ignoring important component of migration". In reference to recent migrant crisis, analyze why there is a need for internal migration policy.20 marks
  18. Q8(b)"Poverty in India has been socially generated and perpetuated". Elaborate.20 marks
  19. Q8(c)"Physiological factors associated with women cannot be a rationale to deny them the right to worship." How patriarchy operates through religion, discuss in relation to Sabrimala judgement.10 marks

The answers

Question 1(a) · 10 marks · 188 words written

Critically examine the efficacy of 'Law as an Instrument of Social Change'.

Opening

Sociological implications of Law and its role in social change are MULTIDIMENSIONAL as per modernist sociologists like Yogendra Singh.

Body · points

Firstly, culturologists argue that LAW is merely a representative of traditions that have been "UNIVERSALISED" and "PAROCHIALIZED" as little & great traditions. This can be substantiated with example of LAWS such as Dowry Prohibition ACT, 1961. Despite its enactment, Law has not resulted in PROHIBITION, but have spread to other cultures (VEENA DAS).

Structural Functionalists like Andre Beteille state that despite legal system, people stick to religious texts. This may have some truth with respect to some Religions still serving function of Law, example : MUSLIM PERSONAL LAW BOARD.

Thirdly, Veena Mazumdar is of the opinion that with very limited women representation in LEGISLATURES, all laws come with a "woman bias". This can be substantiated with "Women Reservation Bill" lying in PENDING STAGE for over two decades.

Close

Despite these examples, Indian legal system, from ancient to medieval and colonial period has significantly evolved in POST INDEPENDENCE Era suiting modern needs. Today we have laws on DNA regulation, IT Act (2000), Surrogacy regulation which indicate its role in SOCIAL CHANGE.