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CBSE Class 11 Introducing Sociology

CBSE Class 11 Introducing Sociology

Comprehensive mock test covering Social Structure, Social Institutions, and Culture. Features sociological concepts, social analysis, and contemporary issues.

2025-07-17
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 11 Sociology Grade 11

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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What is sociology?

A
The systematic study of society and human behavior
B
A branch of psychology focused on individual behavior
C
The study of biology in human society
D
The philosophical study of human nature

Who coined the term 'sociology'?

A
Auguste Comte
B
Karl Marx
C
Emile Durkheim
D
Max Weber

What is the sociological imagination?

A
The ability to connect personal experiences with public issues
B
The ability to analyze economic trends
C
The philosophical study of human existence
D
The ability to predict societal changes

What does C. Wright Mills mean by 'personal troubles'?

A
Issues that occur within an individual's immediate relations
B
Global social problems affecting everyone
C
Collective issues faced by a group of people
D
Unresolved political conflicts

What is the central concern of sociology?

A
To study society and the behavior of individuals within it
B
To understand human psychology and motivations
C
To investigate economic theories and systems
D
To explore the biological underpinnings of human behavior

Which of the following best describes the relationship between sociology and economics?

A
Sociology focuses on the social aspects of economics, while economics focuses on the technical aspects of production
B
Both disciplines study identical topics in similar ways
C
Economics focuses on individual behavior, while sociology focuses on collective behavior
D
Economics deals with social norms, while sociology studies financial markets

Which of the following is NOT a key concept of sociology?

A
Capitalism
B
Natural selection
C
Social stratification
D
Social norms

What does 'social stratification' refer to?

A
The categorization of people based on income, class, race, or power
B
The division of labor in a society
C
The study of historical social changes
D
The development of laws governing social behavior

Which sociologist is associated with the concept of 'the sociological imagination'?

A
C. Wright Mills
B
Max Weber
C
Karl Marx
D
Emile Durkheim

Which of the following is a characteristic of industrial capitalism?

A
A system of economic enterprise based on market exchange and private ownership
B
A system based on state-controlled production
C
A system where economic activities are determined by traditional norms
D
A system where goods and services are exchanged without the use of money

What is the primary focus of social anthropology?

A
The study of human societies and cultures, particularly in less complex societies
B
The study of individual behavior in modern society
C
The study of biological and psychological development in humans
D
The study of legal and political structures in human societies

What role does 'culture' play in sociology?

A
Culture shapes human behavior, norms, and social interactions
B
Culture is only important in the study of non-Western societies
C
Culture is a secondary concern in sociology
D
Culture only influences economic systems

Which of the following best describes 'sociological knowledge'?

A
Knowledge based on empirical research and systematic observation
B
Knowledge that is based solely on philosophical ideas
C
Knowledge that is subjective and personal
D
Knowledge derived from religious teachings

What is meant by the term 'empirical investigation' in sociology?

A
A method of collecting data through observation, surveys, and experiments
B
A philosophical approach to understanding society
C
An approach based on theoretical speculation
D
A historical method of studying societies

Which of the following is an example of a 'public issue' in sociology?

A
Widespread unemployment in a society
B
An individual's difficulty in finding a job
C
A family conflict over money
D
A student's struggle with academic pressure

What is the concept of 'plurality' in sociology?

A
The existence of multiple cultures, ethnicities, and social groups within a society
B
The belief that all individuals should have the same rights and opportunities
C
The idea that society should be organized around one central ideology
D
The idea that one culture is superior to others

Which of the following best describes the field of 'political sociology'?

A
The study of the relationship between politics, society, and power
B
The study of individual political ideologies
C
The study of economic systems within political frameworks
D
The study of historical events from a political perspective

What is 'social mobility'?

A
The ability of individuals or groups to move up or down the social ladder
B
The movement of people from rural areas to urban centers
C
The change in political power across different societies
D
The shift in cultural norms over time

Which of the following concepts refers to the 'study of human societies and cultures in their simplest forms'?

A
Social anthropology
B
Sociology
C
Psychology
D
Political science

What is the 'sociology of religion' concerned with?

A
The study of religious beliefs, practices, and their impact on society
B
The study of religious texts and their meanings
C
The exploration of the theological aspects of religion
D
The study of religious rituals in isolation from society

What does 'empirical research' in sociology rely on?

A
Data gathered through observation, experiments, and surveys
B
Theoretical knowledge and assumptions
C
Religious texts and interpretations
D
Historical records and personal anecdotes

What is the goal of sociological research?

A
To understand patterns of behavior in society and explain social phenomena
B
To promote specific political ideologies
C
To prove religious beliefs and practices
D
To study the biology of human behavior

What does the term 'cultural relativism' mean in sociology?

A
The idea that cultures should be understood on their own terms, without judgment
B
The belief that one culture is superior to all others
C
The tendency to compare all cultures to Western ideals
D
The idea that all cultures will eventually converge into one

What does the term 'ethnocentrism' mean?

A
The belief in the inherent superiority of one's own culture
B
The appreciation of cultural diversity
C
The study of cultural differences between societies
D
The belief that all cultures are equally valid

Which of the following is a characteristic of 'modern society' according to sociologists?

A
A society characterized by industrialization, urbanization, and bureaucratic structures
B
A society that values agricultural practices and family traditions
C
A society based solely on religious beliefs and practices
D
A society that rejects technological advancements

Which of the following best describes 'capitalism'?

A
An economic system based on private ownership of the means of production and market-driven economies
B
A social system focused on community ownership and distribution of resources
C
An economic model in which the state controls production and distribution
D
A political system that promotes a single-party state

What does 'structural functionalism' in sociology refer to?

A
A theoretical framework that views society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote stability
B
A theory that focuses on individual behavior within the family unit
C
A perspective that explains society through economic disparities
D
A social theory that emphasizes personal freedom and individual rights

Who is considered the 'father of sociology'?

A
Auguste Comte
B
Karl Marx
C
Max Weber
D
Emile Durkheim

What is the main concern of 'critical sociology'?

A
To challenge existing social structures and examine power inequalities
B
To study how societies evolve over time
C
To understand the relationship between individuals and their culture
D
To study the social factors that contribute to individual success

What does the term 'social change' refer to in sociology?

A
The transformation of cultural, economic, and social institutions over time
B
The stability and preservation of existing social norms
C
The resistance to cultural assimilation in society
D
The reinforcement of traditional customs in modern societies