AIR 713 · CSE 2023 · ANT1 · 50 pages

Sooraj KL: ANT1 answer copy

19 answers by Sooraj KL, as written in the test.

The questions

  1. Q1(a)Comment on the following in about 150 words each: 10x5=50 (a) Relevance of complementary filiation10 marks
  2. Q1(b)Division of Labour by Gender10 marks
  3. Q1(c)Household and domestic group10 marks
  4. Q1(d)1.d) Matrilineal Puzzle10 marks
  5. Q1(e)1.e) Enculturation10 marks
  6. Q2(a)What are the defining characteristics of a scientific discipline, and does Anthropology meet those criteria?15 marks
  7. Q2(b)Briefly describe the factors responsible for decline in marriage in the world and also give anthropological interpretations of live in relationships.20 marks
  8. Q2(c)Discuss the nature of Law and Justice in simple societies citing suitable examples.15 marks
  9. Q3(a)In what ways do social hierarchies and inequalities impact the consumption practices and preferences of individuals and groups?15 marks
  10. Q3(b)How do the subfields of anthropology contribute to addressing contemporary social issues, such as globalization, human rights, or environmental sustainability?20 marks
  11. Q3(c)Discuss the impact of Feminist and Women liberation movements on Marriage and Family.15 marks
  12. Q5(a)Socio-cultural Anthropology and Sociology10 marks
  13. Q5(b)Big Man based society and Chiefdom10 marks
  14. Q5(c)Theories of State Formation10 marks
  15. Q5(d)Culture is Superorganic10 marks
  16. Q5(e)5.e) Total Institution10 marks
  17. Q6How does the phenomena of same-sex marriage challenges and reshapes traditional cultural norms and kinship systems.15 marks
  18. Q6(b)Increasing influences of modernization, globalization, and contact with external systems have introduced new forms of social control in simple societies. Discuss.20 marks
  19. Q6(c)Ways of obtaining a mate in primitive societies are embedded in specific cultural and social contexts and varies significantly across different cultures and regions. Elaborate.15 marks

The answers

Question 1(a) · 10 marks · 181 words written

Comment on the following in about 150 words each: 10x5=50 (a) Relevance of complementary filiation

Opening · a definition

Allocation of an individual to his respective descent groups is known as filiation. These are governed by rules of descent of that society.

ex:- in patrilineal descent Complementary filiation on the other hand is the affinity of an individual towards the kin from his maternal side,

ex:- in khasas, although political rites are from his primary filiation, complementary filiation is consulted for rituals.

⇒ Relevance of complimentary filiation

Body · points and prose

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  • Label: filiation in patrilineal socities.
  • Label: ex:- most Hindu socities

Complementary filiation on the other hand is the affinity of an individual towards the kin from his maternal side,

ex:- in khasas, although political rites are from his primary filiation, complementary filiation is consulted for rituals.

⇒ Relevance of complimentary filiation

(1) Gave us a new approach towards kinship studies pioneered by Meyer Fortes in his study of the talinese people of Ghana.

(2) In their tribes, maternal and affinal relationships are given due importance and regard for social bonds & status.

(3) For economic stability: although Nayars are matrilineal filiation, economic support from a recognized father is what gives a woman to stay in Tharavada. (Shelter). [as per Kathleen Gough]

(4) Reciprocal relationships with complementary filiation also results in better affinal ties as noted by Andre Beteille in her study of Dudh lotawa [uncle-niece marriage]

Close · a summary

Hence, complementary filiation not only provides socio-economic stability but also an extended moral support in times of need.