11 Questions
Who coined the word 'sociology'?
Auguste Comte
What is the meaning of the word 'sociology'?
The study of society
Who is known as the father of Sociology?
Auguste Comte
Which sociologist defined sociology as 'the systematic study of society'?
Macionis
According to Emile Durkheim, what is sociology?
The study of social institutions
Who defined sociology as 'the scientific study of social life'?
Ogburn and Nimkoff
Which schools of thought regarding the scope of Sociology are mentioned in the passage?
The Formalistic and Synthetic schools
According to the Synthetic school, what is the scope of Sociology?
Vast and general
Who are the supporters of the Synthetic school?
Ginsberg, Durkheim, Comte, Sorokin
What is sociology's purpose according to the passage?
To understand human action and consciousness
What is the subject matter of sociology according to the passage?
Diverse topics ranging from crime to religion to social stability
Explore the fundamental concepts and principles of sociology, which examines the scientific study of society and social interactions. The quiz provides an overview of how society and individuals are interconnected, and the impact of social interactions on everyday life.
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