Practice Exercises (5.8) - INDIAN SOCIOLOGISTS - CBSE 11 Sociology Understanding Society
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Question 1 Easy

Who is one key figure in Indian sociology?

💡 Hint: Think about who was influential in the studies of caste.

Question 2 Easy

What is a welfare state?

💡 Hint: Consider the role of government in community support.

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Question 1

Who is considered the founder of institutional sociology in India?

A.R. Desai
G.S. Ghurye
M.N. Srinivas

💡 Hint: He focused heavily on caste and race in India.

Question 2

True or False: A welfare state's primary goal is to ensure minimum government interference.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the opposite of laissez-faire.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss the modern interpretations of G.S. Ghurye's work in light of contemporary debates on caste.

💡 Hint: Consider recent legislative changes around caste and their social implications.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the effectiveness of contemporary welfare states using A.R. Desai's criteria.

💡 Hint: Look into case studies from various countries, especially in development contexts.

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