International Government and Voluntary Organizations: A Sociological Perspective

International Government and Voluntary Organizations: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on International Government In the contemporary global order, the role of international government organizations (IGOs) and voluntary organizations (NGOs, INGOs, and grassroots associations) has become increasingly significant. These institutions operate beyond the boundaries of the nation-state and play crucial roles in shaping global politics, economy, culture, and society. From the United Nations to Doctors … Read more

Modernity and Globalization – Anthony Giddens in Sociological Aspect

Modernity and Globalization – Anthony Giddens in Sociological Aspect

Introduction on Modernity and Globalization The concepts of modernity and globalization are two of the most debated themes in contemporary sociology. Among the leading theorists who have shaped our understanding of these ideas, Anthony Giddens stands out as a central figure. His writings provide a nuanced account of how modernity, characterized by rationalization, industrialization, and … Read more

Globalization: An Age-Old Process – Ronald Robertson’s Perspective

Social Inequality in the Age of Billionaires: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction Globalization is often described as a modern phenomenon, closely linked with the spread of capitalism, digital technologies, multinational corporations, and transnational cultural flows. However, sociologist Ronald Robertson, one of the pioneering theorists of globalization, insists that globalization is not merely a recent development, but rather an age-old process with deep historical roots. His work … Read more

Definition of Globalization in Sociological Aspect

The Rise of Information and Communication Technology: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction Globalization has emerged as one of the most influential processes shaping contemporary society. It is not simply a buzzword but a multidimensional phenomenon that connects people, cultures, economies, and political systems beyond traditional territorial boundaries. While economists often define globalization in terms of trade and markets, and political scientists emphasize international institutions and governance, … Read more

Caste and Political Elite in India: A Sociological Analysis

Jajmani System in Traditional Indian Society: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Caste and Political Elite The relationship between caste and political elite in India remains one of the most defining aspects of the country’s democratic and sociological landscape. Caste, a historically entrenched system of social stratification, has not only influenced individual identity and community life but has also shaped political representation, power distribution, and … Read more

Karl Marx: Concept of Power and the State

Caste and Political Elite in India: A Sociological Analysis

Introduction on Power and the State The analysis of power and the state has long been central to sociology, with Karl Marx standing as one of the most influential thinkers in shaping modern discourse on these themes. Marx’s understanding of power and the state cannot be separated from his broader theoretical framework of historical materialism, … Read more

Islam and Secularism in Central Asian Societies: A Sociological Perspective

Islam and Secularism in Central Asian Societies: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Islam and Secularism in Central Asian Societies Central Asia, comprising Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, represents one of the most fascinating laboratories for studying the coexistence of religion and secularism. The region, situated at the crossroads of Islamic civilization, Soviet socialism, and post-Soviet nation-building, reflects complex social dynamics where Islam and secularism … Read more

Social Types by Georg Simmel: A Sociological Perspective

George C. Homans and Peter Blau on Exchange Theory: A Sociological Analysis

Introduction Georg Simmel (1858–1918), a founding figure in sociology, is often celebrated for his unique approach that fused philosophy, sociology, and cultural analysis. Unlike many of his contemporaries such as Karl Marx, Émile Durkheim, or Max Weber, Simmel focused less on grand social structures and more on everyday interactions and patterns of association. His sociology … Read more

Alienation by Karl Marx: A Sociological Perspective

Alienation by Karl Marx: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction Karl Marx remains one of the most influential figures in the history of social thought. His critique of capitalism was not merely economic but deeply sociological, seeking to uncover how the structure of society affects human life and consciousness. Among his profound contributions, the concept of alienation (Entfremdung) occupies a central place. Alienation, according … Read more

Suicide Theory by Emile Durkheim: A Sociological Perspective

Alienation in Marx Theory: Do We All Feel Disconnected Today?

Introduction Suicide has long been a topic of moral, psychological, and religious concern. Traditionally, philosophers and theologians explained it as an act of individual weakness, sin, or psychological abnormality. However, in the late nineteenth century, French sociologist Émile Durkheim revolutionized the study of suicide by interpreting it through a sociological lens. His book “Le Suicide” … Read more