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Sources of Population Data: Census, Vital Statistics and Civil Registration

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Age and Sex Composition and Its Consequences: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Sources of Population Data Population data form the foundation of sociological inquiry and social policy. The study of population—its size, structure, distribution, and changes over time—has been central to the field of demography, a key sub-discipline of sociology. Reliable population data enable sociologists to understand the dynamics of social change, migration, fertility, mortality, … Read more

Migration: Determinants and Consequences (A Sociological Perspective)

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Immigration and Multiculturalism in French Society: A Sociological Perspective

Migration — the movement of people from one place to another — is one of the most significant social phenomena shaping human civilization. It involves the relocation of individuals or groups from their native place to another region, country, or continent, either temporarily or permanently. From a sociological standpoint, migration is not merely a geographical … Read more

Mortality: Determinants, Differentials and Measurement

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Mortality: Determinants, Differentials and Measurement

Introduction Mortality — the incidence of death within a population — is a central concept in both demography and sociology. It reflects not only biological and medical conditions but also the broader social, cultural, economic, and political structures that shape human life. Sociologists examine mortality not merely as a biological inevitability but as a socially … Read more

Fertility: Determinants, Differentials and Measurement

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Race, Ethnicity and Identity in Australia: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction Fertility is one of the most fundamental concepts in demography and sociology, representing the actual reproductive performance of a population. It refers to the number of live births occurring in a population within a specific period, usually a year. Fertility plays a critical role in determining population growth, age structure, and the social and … Read more

Non-Probability Sampling in Sociology

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Probability Sampling in Sociology: Meaning, Types and Sociological Significance

Introduction In sociological research, the collection of data is a fundamental step that determines the validity and reliability of the findings. Sampling—selecting a portion of the population for study—plays a crucial role in this process. While probability sampling ensures that every individual has an equal chance of selection, non-probability sampling does not follow this principle. … Read more

Probability Sampling in Sociology: Meaning, Types and Sociological Significance

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Probability Sampling in Sociology: Meaning, Types and Sociological Significance

Introduction In the field of sociology, research plays a vital role in understanding social structures, human behavior, and societal changes. To ensure that sociological research produces valid and generalizable results, researchers must carefully choose how they select participants or cases for their studies. One of the most scientific and widely used methods for this is … Read more

Quantitative Research in Sociology: Measuring Society through Numbers

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Quantitative Research in Sociology: Measuring Society through Numbers

Introduction Sociology, as a scientific study of society, has long aimed to understand patterns of social behavior, structures, and change. To achieve this, sociologists use various methods of research to gather data and draw conclusions. One of the most systematic and objective approaches among these is quantitative research. Quantitative research in sociology focuses on numerical … Read more

Qualitative Research in Sociology: Understanding the Depths of Social Life

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Alfred Schutz on Hermeneutic and Interpretative Traditions – 50 MCQs with Answers (UGC NET Sociology)

Introduction Sociology, as the study of human society and social behavior, requires methods that capture the richness and complexity of social life. Among the two broad methodological traditions—quantitative and qualitative—qualitative research occupies a special position. It seeks to explore meanings, experiences, and interpretations rather than numerical patterns. In sociological inquiry, qualitative research enables scholars to … Read more

Peter Berger and Thomas Luckmann – Contribution to Phenomenology

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LGBTQ+ Rights Movement in U.S. Society: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Phenomenology The development of phenomenological sociology owes a significant debt to Peter L. Berger and Thomas Luckmann, two scholars who bridged the gap between philosophical phenomenology and empirical sociology. Their groundbreaking work “The Social Construction of Reality: A Treatise in the Sociology of Knowledge” (1966) redefined the way social scientists understand reality, knowledge, … Read more

Alfred Schutz – Contribution to Phenomenology

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American Family Structures: Tradition and Change

Introduction on Phenomenology Alfred Schutz (1899–1959) was an Austrian social scientist and philosopher best known for developing the phenomenological approach in sociology. Drawing upon the works of Edmund Husserl and Max Weber, Schutz attempted to bridge the gap between philosophy and sociology by examining how individuals create and maintain the social world through everyday experiences. … Read more