Basic Concepts

The basic premise of sociology is that human behavior is largely shaped by the groups to which people belong and by the social interaction that takes place within those groups. The main focus of sociology is the group...

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Major Sociology Topics

Sociology is a social science that studies society and the individual in perspective of Society. The origins of Sociology lie in the 19th century but the during the 1960-70s, it became a major social science subject, taught in universities...

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Anthropology

Anthropology studies who and how man is evolved over the period of time, why he looks like the way and the way he talks and acts in particular manner. It is broad discipline dedicated to the comparative study of mankind....

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Updated Notes 2025

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B. Malinowski

Bronisław Kasper Malinowski (1884–1942), a Polish-born British anthropologist, is widely considered a founding figure of modern ethnographic fieldwork and a key contributor to sociological and anthropological theory.

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Yogendra Singh’s Contributions to Indian Sociology

Yogendra Singh was not only a prolific thinker but also a foundational institution builder who shaped the trajectory of Indian sociology through his academic leadership.

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A.R. Desai in Indian Sociology

A.R. Desai (1915–1994) stands out as one of the most influential Marxist sociologists in India. Born in Baroda, he was exposed to Marxist ideas early in life through his father, who was himself a Marxist.

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Radcliffe Brown

A.R. Radcliffe-Brown (1881–1955) is recognized as one of the central figures in the development of modern social anthropology and a significant contributor to the field of sociology.

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G.S Ghurye

Govind Sadashiv Ghurye (1893–1983) is often hailed as the “Father of Indian Sociology.” His pioneering work laid the foundation for Indian sociology at a time when the eld was just emerging in India.

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André Béteille and His Contributions toIndian Sociology

André Béteille is one of the most eminent sociologists of India, whose work has profoundly shaped the way Indian society is studied and understood.

Short Notes

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A Sociological Perspective on

Genocide, a term coined by Raphael Lemkin in 1944, refers to the systematic attempt to destroy, in whole or part, a national, ethnic, racial, or religious group. While historical instances like the Ho

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Sociological Analysis of Viole

Sociological Analysis of Violence Against Women Violence against women (VAW) is one of the most pressing global issues, reflecting deep-seated inequalities and power imbalances. From physical abuse

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Sociological Analysis of Fake

Fake news refers to the deliberate dissemination of false or misleading information, often designed to manipulate public opinion, undermine trust in institutions, or generate profit. While misinformat

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The Influence of Social Media

In the 21st century, social media has become a pervasive force in the lives of young people, shaping their identities, relationships, and worldviews. With platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, a

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The Nature of Social Power

  Power implies the ability of an individual or a group to influence or change the behavior of other individuals or groups. Robert Dahl defined power as subject of relations among social units

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Lloyd Warner’s views on Clas

  Lloyd Warner an anthropologist brought to the study of Yankee City the field work techniques previously employed among Australian aborigines. One of the important aspects investigated by him

Surveys & Reports

The Global Report on Ageism : WHO

COVID-19 has affected people of all ages, in different ways. But beyond the impacts of the virus itself,some of the narratives about different age groups have exposed a deep and older malady: ageism...

Plant-based diets crucial to saving global wildlife: Chantham House Report

The global food system is the biggest driver of destruction of the natural world, and a shift to predominantly plant-based diets is crucial in halting the damage, according to a report....

The Safer Sooner Report

The Safer Sooner Report identifies gaps under current international systems in addressing and preventing violence against women and girls, and maps out a path to a world where every woman can claim her right to live free from violence...

Poverty Line Debate

The planning commission in an affidavit filed in the Supreme Court on 20 Sept 2011 said that anyone spending more than Rs 965 per month in urban India and Rs 781 in rural India will be deemed to be not poor....

UN Summit on Non- Communicable Diseases

According to a recent research and report by WHO at least 12.6 million people are diagnosed with cancer around the world every year and more than 7.5 million die of the disease which is steadily increasing in every country as the population expands and people live longer...

UN Report on Domestic Violence

According to a UN Report published in September 2011 domestic violence claims more lives in India than terror strikes by militant and Naxal outfits... Healthcare certificate programs from WTI

Social Thinkers

What would Sociology be without its great sociological thinkers who have contributed so much to this mother of social sciences? Healthcare certificate programs from WTI

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