AIR 151 · CSE 2024 · Sociology I · 82 pages

Nelaturu Sreekanth Reddy: Sociology I answer copy

28 answers by Nelaturu Sreekanth Reddy, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1(a)Sociology is considered to be the 'daughter of industrial revolution'. Explain.10 marks
  2. Q1(b)Explain the historical analysis as a research method in sociology.10 marks
  3. Q1(c)Variables play crucial role in social research. Elaborate.10 marks
  4. Q1(d)Herbert Spencer explained the evolution of society by drawing parallels with biological evolution. Discuss.10 marks
  5. Q1(e)Mobility is often touted as a solution to inequality. Discuss.10 marks
  6. Q2(a)How did Emile Durkheim apply concepts of mechanical and organic solidarity to study social integration and solidarity in modern industrial society?20 marks
  7. Q2(b)Marx's idea of history was opposed to philosophy of idealism. Examine the statement in the context of materialist conception of history.20 marks
  8. Q2(c)Triangulation is a valuable strategy in social sciences to enhance the credibility, reliability, and comprehensiveness of research findings. Discuss.10 marks
  9. Q3(a)Discuss the concept of "symbolic violence" in the context of Pierre Bourdieu's theory of social stratification.20 marks
  10. Q3(b)What constitutes critical social research, and what are the primary distinguishing features that define this approach to studying social phenomena?20 marks
  11. Q3(c)How does neo-Marxist look into the concept of "hegemony" in serving the interests of the ruling class?10 marks
  12. Q4(a)Marx and Weber, among the classical founders, laid particular emphasis on power; Foucault continued some of the lines of thought they pioneered. In the light of this statement, examine the post-structuralism of Michel Foucault.20 marks
  13. Q4(b)How does Merton's functionalist approach demonstrate greater flexibility and openness, making it capable of integrating the evolving dynamics, changes, and dysfunctions observed in society?20 marks
  14. Q4(c)Phenomenological perspective emphasizes upon the subjectivity of experiences. Examine.10 marks
  15. Q5(a)Gender inequality is not being discussed in climate talks. Critically examine the concept of gender inequality from sociological perspectives.10 marks
  16. Q5(b)Differentiate between evolutionist and functionalist understandings of religion.10 marks
  17. Q5(c)What does the term “hermeneutics” signify, and in what ways is it applied within the field of sociology?10 marks
  18. Q5(d)Evaluate the importance of the informal sector within the context of developing economies.10 marks
  19. Q5(e)Evaluate whether identity politics serves as a divisive or unifying force, using specific examples to support your analysis.10 marks
  20. Q6(a)Studying sociology is not just a routine process of acquiring knowledge. Discuss the statement in the context of 'The Sociological Imagination' of C W Mills.20 marks
  21. Q6(b)In Weber's view, the emergence of modern society was accompanied by important shifts in patterns of social action. Elaborate.20 marks
  22. Q6(c)As per Oxfam report on inequality, the income inequality is high or increasing 60% of the low and middle income countries. Discuss the modern world system theory of Immanuel Wallerstein in this light.10 marks
  23. Q7(a)Analyze how industrialization has altered the traditional dynamics between generations and the relationships between spouses within the family structure.20 marks
  24. Q7(b)Explore the Human Relations school of thought and its relevance in the contemporary landscape.20 marks
  25. Q7(c)The greying of human societies has become a problem for developing countries. Explain.10 marks
  26. Q8(a)Examine the notion of 'Civil Society' with a critical lens. In what ways does civil society facilitate democratic governance and promote political stability?20 marks
  27. Q8(b)Discuss the feminist rejection of structural functionalist understanding of family. Illustrate this in context of India.20 marks
  28. Q8(c)Media has become a vital source of influence, social interaction. Discuss the role of media as a medium of social change from sociological perspectives.10 marks

The answers

Question 1(a) · 10 marks · 136 words written

Sociology is considered to be the 'daughter of industrial revolution'. Explain.

Opening · a restatement

Sociology is often considered to be the daughter of industrial revolution as its emergence is very much associated with various socio-economic-political conditions of Industrial revolutions.

Body · points

Role of Industrial revolutions in emergence of sociology

  1. Political changes: Industrial revolution lead to questioning of state by public about its role in maintaining social harmony. [Ex:] Equality, Liberty and Fraternity by French Revolution

  2. Economic changes: Rapid growth of industries created huge migration and urban slums. Capitalism emerged solely for profit [Ex:] class struggle by Karl marx.

  3. Social charges: Change in family structure, interactions and roles.

Ex: Joint family → Nuclear family.

  1. Technological charges: Emergence of new intelligentia such as Rousseau, John Rawls and new inventions such as steam engine by James Watt.
Diagram
Dark Age ↓ Dawn of Modernity & Industrial Revolution ↙ ↓ ↘ Social changes Political changes Economic charges ex: Urbanisation ex: French Revolution ex: Capitalism ↓ ↓ ↓ Social Challenges Political Challenges Economic Challenges ex: Nuclear family ex: chaos & ex: New crimes uncertainty & poor living ↘ ↓ ↙ Intelligentia → quest for answers ← Scientific advancement ↓ [Emergence of sociology]

Close · a summary

Therefore the prevailing social conditions in 18th century lead to foundation of sociology.