AIR 6 · CSE 2021 · Sociology I · 52 pages

Yaksh Chaudhary: Sociology I answer copy

19 answers by Yaksh Chaudhary, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) Distinguish between class and status in Weber's view of social stratification.10 marks
  2. Q1(b)Explain Karl Marx's conception of transition from 'class-in- itself' to 'class-for-itself'.
  3. Q1(c)Examine the role of pattern variables in understanding of social systems.
  4. Q1(d)"It is the ideal type which is explained through the verstehen approach." Comment.
  5. Q1(e)Discuss the relevance of Emile Durkheim's understanding of religion in contemporary society.
  6. Q2(a)"Weber's theory of 'The protestant ethic and spirit of capitalism' despite its share of criticism remains bold and illuminating". Critically examine.20 marks
  7. Q2(b)"Social fact plays a central role in the sociology of Emile Durkheim". Comment.20 marks
  8. Q2(c)"It is only by taking the roles of others that we have been able to come back to ourselves." Explain this view point of G.H Mead10 marks
  9. Q3(a)In what ways are Marx's theory of 'Alienation' and Durkheim's theory of 'anomie' different from each other and to what extent can they be seen as having similarities?20 marks
  10. Q3(b)Examine the salient features of Weberian bureaucracy. What was Weber's assessment of the increasing bureaucratization of modern societies?20 marks
  11. Q3(c)'No society can either be absolutely open or absolutely closed.' Comment.10 marks
  12. Q5(a)Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) Religious fundamentalism and Globalization10 marks
  13. Q5(b)Reasons for growth of sects and cults10 marks
  14. Q5(c)"The Pluralists view pressure groups as necessary elements in a democratic system". Discuss.10 marks
  15. Q5(d)Is religious belief compatible with a scientific outlook? Discuss.10 marks
  16. Q5(e)Gender as a dimension of social stratification10 marks
  17. Q6(a)Examine the functional as well as dysfunctional aspects of religion as a social institution in the contemporary society.20 marks
  18. Q6(b)Compare and contrast C.W Mills conception of elite in the power structure with that of Pareto and Mosca.20 marks
  19. Q6(c)Discuss the implications of 'social mobility' at the 'individual' and 'societal level,' in different structures.10 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 229 words written

Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) Distinguish between class and status in Weber's view of social stratification.

Opening

Weber in his book "Class, Status and Party" explains the stratification system through multidimensional view. Class, status and party are basis of stratification in his theory.

Body · points and prose

Difference between class and status

Close · a summary

ClassStatus
1) It depends on the materialistic possession of wealthBased on social estimation of honor and esteem hold by people.
2) Based of lifechance i.e. ability to buy things desirable in the society.Based on respect which people get for their tastes, education etc.
3) People of class are not aware about their position and common interestsPeople are aware about it, being part of status group.
4) Class's members don't form a "Community"Status group members always form a "Community".
5) Classes are more flexible and open to mobility. ex- high employment and income can change class.They are generally closed and not open to outsiders. ex- caste system where the system is not open to social mobility.

However, there are some similarities also between class and status. Both forms a mechanism of stratification in society. According to MN Srinivas mobility can be possible in a closed status group like caste system. Hence, According to Weber, classes operate in material world which status groups are based on social estimation of honor.