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Introduction Social gerontology is a multidisciplinary field that examines the social aspects of aging. It explores how aging influences and is influenced by social structures, cultural norms, and interpersonal relationships. As a subfield of sociology, social gerontology focuses on understanding the experiences of older adults within societal contexts, including family dynamics, economic conditions, healthcare systems, … Read more
Introduction on Social Policy Formulation Social policy refers to the guidelines, principles, and actions adopted by governments and institutions to address social issues and improve societal welfare. It encompasses areas such as education, healthcare, housing, employment, and social security. The formulation of social policy is a complex, dynamic process influenced by political, economic, cultural, and … Read more
Introduction on Values Underlying Social Policy Social policy refers to the guidelines, principles, and actions adopted by governments and institutions to address social issues and improve societal well-being. It encompasses areas such as healthcare, education, housing, employment, and social security. At its core, social policy is shaped by underlying values that reflect societal beliefs about … Read more
Introduction on Approaches to Study Social Policy Social policy is a multidisciplinary field that examines how societies address social issues such as poverty, education, healthcare, housing, and unemployment. From a sociological perspective, social policy is not merely a set of government interventions but a reflection of societal values, power structures, and ideological frameworks. Sociologists study … Read more
Introduction Social policy is a crucial field within sociology that examines how societies address social issues, distribute resources, and ensure the well-being of their citizens. It encompasses government actions, institutional frameworks, and societal norms that shape welfare systems, healthcare, education, housing, and employment. From a sociological perspective, social policy reflects power dynamics, ideological influences, and … Read more
Introduction The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 marks a significant transformation in India’s education system, aiming to address long-standing structural and pedagogical challenges. From a sociological perspective, education is not merely a means of acquiring knowledge but a critical institution that shapes social mobility, cultural values, and economic opportunities. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 … Read more
Introduction Social anthropology, as an academic discipline, studies human societies, cultures, and social institutions through empirical research and comparative analysis. In India, the emergence and development of social anthropology have been deeply influenced by colonial history, indigenous intellectual traditions, and post-independence nation-building processes. Unlike Western anthropology, which often studied “other” cultures from a distance, Indian … Read more
Introduction The discipline of social anthropology emerged in England during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, deeply intertwined with the expansion and consolidation of British colonialism. As European powers, particularly Britain, extended their empires across Africa, Asia, and the Americas, there arose a need to understand the cultures, social structures, and governance systems of … Read more
As we move deeper into the 21st century, the role of digital technology in reshaping our society is becoming increasingly evident. From online education and telemedicine to digital marketplaces and algorithmic governance, the digital turn has transformed almost every sphere of human life. Recognizing the pressing need to critically examine these changes, SWAYAM, India’s premier … Read more
Introduction In social research, statistical measures are essential for analyzing and interpreting data related to human behavior, social structures, and economic conditions. While the arithmetic mean is widely used, the geometric mean offers unique advantages in certain sociological contexts, particularly when dealing with skewed distributions, multiplicative relationships, and normalized growth rates. This article explores the concept of … Read more