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CBSE Class 11 Understanding Society

CBSE Class 11 Understanding Society

Complete mock test on Social Change, Social Control, and Social Stratification. Includes sociological theories, case studies, and social phenomena.

2025-07-17
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 11 Social Science Grade 11

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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What is social structure in sociology?

A
A system of organized relationships and patterns of behavior
B
A collection of random social events and actions
C
A series of family-oriented activities
D
A concept relating only to individual actions

Who coined the concept of sociological imagination?

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

What does social stratification refer to?

A
A social system that rewards individuals based on their efforts
B
The unequal distribution of wealth and power
C
A group of individuals united by a common identity
D
Social relationships within a group

What is meant by 'social processes' in sociology?

A
The patterns of behavior exhibited by individuals
B
The strategies used to reproduce societal norms
C
The actions and relationships that shape society
D
Individual actions that occur outside social groups

Which of the following is not a key concept in social structure?

A
Social roles
B
Social norms
C
Social stratification
D
Human behavior

Who argued that society exerts social constraint over the actions of its members?

A
Max Weber
B
Karl Marx
C
Emile Durkheim
D
Herbert Spencer

In which type of society is mechanical solidarity commonly found?

A
Industrial societies
B
Post-modern societies
C
Pre-industrial societies
D
Capitalist societies

What is the primary focus of social stratification?

A
To understand the relationship between individuals and society
B
To examine the inequalities in wealth, power, and resources
C
To investigate social mobility and family structures
D
To analyze gender roles within society

What does 'alienation' refer to in Marxist theory?

A
The process of adapting to new social norms
B
The sense of detachment or powerlessness experienced by workers
C
The conflict between different social classes
D
The process of socialization within communities

Which of the following social processes involves individuals or groups working together for mutual benefit?

A
Competition
B
Conflict
C
Cooperation
D
Isolation

Which of the following best describes the functionalist perspective on competition?

A
Competition is seen as a negative force that hinders societal progress
B
Competition is essential for the efficient functioning of society
C
Competition is primarily a tool used by the ruling class to maintain control
D
Competition is irrelevant to social functioning

What is the concept of 'mechanical solidarity'?

A
A type of social cohesion based on the interdependence of specialized tasks
B
A type of social cohesion based on shared values and collective consciousness
C
A form of solidarity prevalent in capitalist societies
D
A form of social cohesion based on individualism

According to Emile Durkheim, what role does 'social constraint' play in society?

A
It allows individuals to act freely without societal influence
B
It restricts individuals' freedom, ensuring social order and cohesion
C
It encourages competition among individuals to maximize personal gains
D
It promotes rebellion and resistance against societal norms

What is the sociological term for the inequality between groups in society?

A
Social mobility
B
Social stratification
C
Social norms
D
Socialization

Which philosopher emphasized the importance of 'class struggle' in understanding societal changes?

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

In Durkheim's view, what is the role of the division of labor in society?

A
It results in social conflict and inequality
B
It promotes cooperation and societal cohesion
C
It leads to social isolation
D
It disrupts social order

What is 'organic solidarity'?

A
Solidarity based on shared beliefs in a society
B
Solidarity based on a division of labor and mutual interdependence
C
Solidarity formed by external threats to society
D
Solidarity established through religious practices

Which of the following is a key feature of capitalist societies, according to Marx?

A
Emphasis on collective ownership of production
B
A focus on maximizing profits through competition
C
The eradication of class divisions
D
A reduction in social conflict

What does 'cooperation' generally imply in sociology?

A
Working together for mutual benefit
B
Working independently to achieve individual goals
C
An effort to monopolize resources
D
Conflict for control over resources

Which of the following best describes the concept of social mobility?

A
The ability to move between different social classes
B
The ability to change social roles within the same class
C
The social processes involved in sustaining inequality
D
The social benefits received by marginalized groups

What does the term 'alienation' refer to in Marx's theory?

A
A sense of connection to one's work and society
B
A feeling of detachment from the product of one's labor
C
The process of social integration
D
A type of social solidarity

According to Durkheim, how does social structure affect individual behavior?

A
It has no impact on behavior
B
It constrains behavior and sets limits on individual choices
C
It encourages individual autonomy
D
It fosters a sense of collective freedom

What is meant by 'division of labor'?

A
The process of dividing individuals into different classes
B
The specialization of tasks within a society to increase efficiency
C
The division of society into economic sectors
D
The classification of individuals based on their cultural practices

Which concept refers to the shared belief that a society’s social order benefits all its members?

A
Social consensus
B
Social conflict
C
Socialization
D
Social justice

Which sociological concept describes the patterns of inequality between different social groups?

A
Social stratification
B
Social mobility
C
Social cooperation
D
Social change

What role does social constraint play in human behavior, according to Emile Durkheim?

A
It encourages individuals to act autonomously
B
It limits individual choices and behavior
C
It fosters competition and individualism
D
It promotes rebellion against societal norms

Which of the following describes the capitalist perspective on cooperation?

A
Cooperation is voluntary and based on mutual interest
B
Cooperation is forced and serves to exploit workers
C
Cooperation is irrelevant to the functioning of capitalist systems
D
Cooperation exists only between the ruling class

Which of the following concepts is associated with the conflict perspective?

A
The idea that competition and cooperation are natural aspects of society
B
The belief that society is held together by shared values
C
The view that inequality and exploitation lead to social conflict
D
The theory that individual actions are shaped by society

What does 'cooperation' imply in a society with social inequality?

A
Everyone participates equally and voluntarily
B
Some groups cooperate while others are coerced into compliance
C
Cooperation is irrelevant to social functioning
D
Cooperation is based on shared goals and mutual benefit

What is the significance of the division of labor in society?

A
It reduces the interdependence of individuals
B
It leads to greater efficiency and societal progress
C
It results in the equal distribution of wealth
D
It fosters conflict between different social groups