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Accommodation, Integration, Acculturation and Assimilation in Sociological Aspect

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Accommodation, Integration, Acculturation and Assimilation in Sociological Aspect

Introduction Human societies are dynamic and constantly changing. Throughout history, individuals and groups have interacted across boundaries of culture, class, ethnicity, religion, and language. These encounters often bring cooperation and mutual learning but may also lead to conflict, tension, or domination. Sociology, as the study of social life, provides important conceptual tools to understand how … Read more

Culture Contact and Culture Conflict in Sociological Aspect

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Culture Contact and Culture Conflict

Introduction Human societies are not static; they continuously evolve through interaction, exchange, and adaptation. One of the most significant factors shaping social change is the encounter between different cultures. This encounter is often referred to as culture contact, a process that occurs when individuals or groups from distinct cultural backgrounds interact. Culture contact may generate … Read more

Ethnocentrism and Cultural Relativism in Sociological Aspect

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Ethnocentrism and Cultural Relativism in Sociological Aspect

Introduction on Ethnocentrism and Cultural Relativism Human societies are marked by immense cultural diversity. Each group, community, or nation develops its own way of life that encompasses language, traditions, norms, values, religion, food habits, and social institutions. Sociology, as the scientific study of human society, pays close attention to how people perceive, interpret, and evaluate … Read more

Folkways and Mores in Society — A Sociological Exploration

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Contemporary Neo-Functionalism and Jeffrey Alexander

Introduction on Folkways and Mores Every day we move through a dense web of unwritten rules — the way we queue, greet, dress, celebrate, or show respect. These rules are often so ordinary that we barely notice them until someone breaks one. In sociological terms, many of these practices fall under the categories of folkways … Read more

Meaning and Types of Social Groups — A Sociological Perspective

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Characteristics of Indian Village Community: A Sociological Perspective

Human beings are inherently social. From the family that nurtures a newborn to the online communities that connect strangers across continents, people organize themselves into groups to meet needs, express identities, and shape behaviour. In sociology, the study of social groups is central because groups are the primary units through which norms, values, roles, and … Read more

Marriage among Muslims in India: A Sociological Examination of Muslim Marriage

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Marriage among Muslims in India

Introduction on Marriage among Muslims in India In the vast and complex tapestry of Indian society, Muslim marriage, or nikaah, represents a fascinating intersection of religious doctrine, social structure, and cultural adaptation. While often simplistically viewed through a purely religious lens, the institution of marriage among Indian Muslims is a rich sociological phenomenon. It is a … Read more

The Sociological Tapestry of Marriage in India: Meaning, Types, and Transformations

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Marriage among Hindus in India

Introduction on Marriage in India In the vast and diverse landscape of Indian society, marriage is far more than a mere personal commitment or a religious ceremony; it is a fundamental social institution. It serves as the cornerstone of social structure, the primary mechanism for alliance between families, and a critical vehicle for the perpetuation … Read more

Gram Sabha to Sammaan: The Sociological Impact of Panchayati Raj on India’s Weaker Sections

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Political Factionalism in Rural Society: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Gram Sabha to Sammaan The landscape of rural India has been historically defined by a rigid social hierarchy, where power, resources, and voice were concentrated in the hands of a few dominant castes and classes. The constitutionalization of the Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) through the 73rd Amendment Act of 1992 was not merely … Read more

Introduction of Panchayati Raj Institutions in 1959 and its Consequences

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Political Factionalism in Rural Society: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction of Panchayati Raj Institutions The introduction of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in India through the Balwant Rai Mehta Committee report of 1957 and its subsequent adoption, starting with Rajasthan on October 2, 1959, is often narrated as a political and administrative event—the decentralization of power. However, to view it merely through this lens is … Read more

Land Reform and Changes in Indian Villages: A Sociological Perspective

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Village Population and Its Distribution in India: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction Land reform has been one of the most significant policy interventions in post-independence India, aimed at restructuring agrarian relations, reducing inequalities, and enhancing rural productivity. From a sociological perspective, land reforms have not only altered the economic conditions of Indian villages but have also reshaped social hierarchies, caste dynamics, and power structures. Despite various … Read more