Indian Sociologists and Their Contributions
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Indian Sociologists and Their Contributions

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Who is the pioneer of sociology known for his work on caste and the rural-urban community in India?

G.S. Ghurye

What are the two major concepts explored by D.P. Mukherjee in the context of Indian culture?

Indian culture and diversities, and modernity.

Which sociologist studied kinship in India and contributed to the understanding of the Indian family?

Irawati Karve

What concept developed by M.N. Srinivas refers to the process of a lower caste adopting practices of a higher caste?

<p>Sanskritization</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify one theoretical framework explored in the module by A.R. Desai.

<p>Marxist Approach to Study Indian Society</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of social ecology in Radha Kamal Mukherjee's contributions?

<p>It addresses the relationship between society and its environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of 'dominant caste' refer to in M.N. Srinivas's framework?

<p>A caste that holds social, economic, and political power in a community.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Indian villages, what key theme does S.C. Dube focus on?

<p>Tradition, modernization, and development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sociologist analyzed the dynamics of agrarian class structure in India?

<p>Rama Krishna Mukherjee</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name a social structure theme addressed by Andre Beteille in his studies.

<p>Caste, Class and Power</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Indian Sociology Pioneers

  • M.N. Srinivas is known for his work on caste and the rural-urban community in India.

  • D.P. Mukherjee explored the concepts of Sanskritization and Westernization in the context of Indian culture.

  • Iravati Karve studied kinship in India and contributed to understanding the Indian family.

  • M.N. Srinivas developed the concept of Sanskritization, which refers to the process of a lower caste adopting practices of a higher caste.

  • A.R. Desai explored the Marxist theoretical framework in the module.

  • Radha Kamal Mukherjee emphasized social ecology as a key theme, highlighting the influence of the environment on social structures and relationships.

  • M.N. Srinivas conceptualized the "dominant caste" as a caste group with significant power and influence over others in a particular region.

  • S.C. Dube focused on the theme of "village studies" in the context of Indian villages.

  • Andre Beteille analyzed the dynamics of agrarian class structure in India.

  • Andre Beteille addressed the theme of "social stratification" in his studies, examining the complexities of social hierarchies in Indian society.

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This quiz aims to test your knowledge of significant Indian sociologists and their impact on the field of sociology. It covers foundational theories, key works, and the historical context of Indian sociology. Explore the contributions of figures such as G.S. Ghurye, D.N. Majumdar, and M.N. Srinivas.

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