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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
Introduction In sociology, understanding social phenomena requires analyzing large sets of data related to human behavior, economic conditions, education, crime rates, and more. To make sense of this data, sociologists rely on measures of central tendency—mean, median and mode—which help summarize and interpret complex social patterns. These statistical tools allow researchers to identify trends, compare … Read more
Introduction on Diagrammatic and Graphic Representation In sociological research, data collection and analysis are fundamental to understanding social phenomena. However, raw data alone may not effectively communicate patterns, trends, or relationships. To make data more accessible and interpretable, sociologists use various diagrammatic and graphic representations. These visual tools help summarize complex data, highlight key findings, … Read more
Introduction The Subaltern Studies collective, spearheaded by historian Ranajit Guha, emerged in the 1980s as a critical intervention in historiography and social sciences. It sought to challenge elitist narratives of history by focusing on the marginalized and oppressed sections of society—the “subalterns.” Guha’s work has had a profound impact on sociology, postcolonial studies, and critical … Read more