Category: Sociology Paper – I

Critically analyze the contemporary relevance of Durkheim’s theory of religion.  Answer Durkheim argued that the source of religion is not

Explain how Max Weber’s ‘Interpretive Sociology’ has added new dimensions to the subject matter and methodology of sociology. Answer format-

“Methodological pluralism is an increasingly common feature of social research.” In the context of   this statement, discuss the ways in

 “Science is not “what you study” but is “how you study”. Explain in the context of sociology as scientific discipline.

(c)Write short notes on ‘Objectivity’ as a sociological goal Model Answer:  Objectivity is the goal of scientific investigation. It is

 “Davis and Moore‘s theory of stratification has provoked a lengthy debate”  ‘The functionalist perspective seeks to explain social stratification in

        “Religion is the opium of masses and an instrument of classes” Marx wrote this line in 1843 as part