Sociology 2023 • Sociology Paper-I • Q.5

Sociology • Sociology Paper-I • 2023 • Q.5

Sociology Paper-I

(a) Examine the relevance of corporate social responsibility in a world marked by increasing environmental crises. (b) How is civil society useful in deepening the roots of democracy? (c) What functions does religion perform in a pluralistic society? (d) Analyze critically David Morgan's views on family practices. (e) Does women's education help to eradicate patriarchal discriminations? Reflect with illustrations.

2023 Sociology • Sociology Paper-I

Q.4 Q.6

Syllabus Connection

7. Politics and Society: (a) Sociological theories of power. (b) Power elite, bureaucracy, pressure groups and political parties. (c) Nation, state, citizenship, democracy, civil society, ideology. (d) Protest, agitation, social movements, collective action, revolution. (Sociology)

NCERT Connection

Ch.2: Social Change and Social Order in Rural and Urban Society

Sociology • Class 11 • Understanding Society

Ch.6: The Challenges of Cultural Diversity

Sociology • Class 12 • Indian Society

Ch.8: Social Movements

Sociology • Class 12 • Social Change and Development in India

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