Basic Sociology

Understanding Risk in Sociology: Concepts and Elements in Sociological Aspect

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Understanding Risk in Sociology: Concepts and Elements in Sociological Aspect

Introduction on Understanding Risk in Sociology Risk is an inevitable part of human life and social existence. From health hazards, economic uncertainties, and environmental disasters to technological failures, individuals and societies constantly face situations involving risk. Traditionally, risk has been understood in terms of probability and uncertainty, often studied within economics, engineering, or natural sciences. … Read more

Diasporic Communities in the World: A Sociological Perspective

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Diasporic Communities in the World: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction Human history is deeply marked by migration and displacement. From ancient trade routes to modern globalization, people have continuously moved across borders, forming diasporas that shape cultural, social, and political landscapes. The term diaspora refers to communities that live outside their ancestral homeland but retain connections—emotional, cultural, economic, or political—to their place of origin. … Read more

Meaning and Types of Migration: A Sociological Perspective

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Caste and Class Stratification in Sociological Aspect

Introduction on Meaning and Types of Migration Migration has been one of the most significant social processes shaping human societies throughout history. From ancient nomadic tribes moving in search of food and shelter to contemporary global flows of labor, migration has transformed cultures, economies, and social structures. In sociology, migration is studied not merely as … Read more

Psychoanalytic Theory of Personality: Sigmund Freud in Sociological Aspect

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Psychoanalytic Theory of Personality: Sigmund Freud in Sociological Aspect

Introduction on Psychoanalytic Theory of Personality The study of human personality has always fascinated both psychologists and sociologists. Among the most influential figures in this domain, Sigmund Freud stands as a pioneer who proposed the psychoanalytic theory of personality, emphasizing the unconscious mind, childhood experiences, and internal conflicts as key factors shaping individual behavior. While … Read more

Humanistic Theory of Personality: Carl Rogers in Sociological Aspect

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Concept of Mobility: Vertical, Horizontal, Intra and Inter-Generational Mobility in Sociological Aspect

Introduction on Humanistic Theory of Personality Personality has always been a subject of interest in sociology and psychology because it shapes how individuals interact within society. While psychology often focuses on the inner mechanisms of personality, sociology explores how personal traits influence, and are influenced by, social contexts, structures, and relationships. Carl Rogers, one of … Read more

The Looking-Glass Self: C.H. Cooley in Sociological Aspect

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The Looking-Glass Self: C.H. Cooley in Sociological Aspect

Introduction on The Looking-Glass Self The concept of self has been one of the central themes of sociology and social psychology. It concerns how individuals perceive themselves and how society influences this perception. Among the pioneering contributions to the study of self is Charles Horton Cooley’s theory of the Looking-Glass Self. Proposed in the early … Read more

Cultural Influences on the Self-Concept: A Sociological Perspective

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Contemporary Neo-Functionalism and Jeffrey Alexander

Introduction on Cultural Influences on the Self-Concept The concept of “self” has long been a central theme in sociology, psychology, and philosophy. Self-concept, which refers to an individual’s perception of who they are, encompasses their beliefs, values, roles, and identity. However, self-concept does not emerge in isolation—it is shaped through continuous interaction with society and … Read more

Determinants of Personality Development: Heredity and Environment in Sociological Aspect

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G.H. Mead and Symbolic Interactionism: A Sociological Analysis

Introduction Personality is the totality of an individual’s behavior, attitudes, values, and modes of interaction that distinguish one person from another. It is not a fixed entity but a dynamic construct shaped through the interplay of biological inheritance and social experiences. Sociologists emphasize that personality development cannot be understood in isolation from the social context … Read more

Research Methods in Social Psychology: A Sociological Perspective

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Data Collection

Introduction on Research Methods in Social Psychology Social psychology is a dynamic field that studies how individuals’ thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by social interactions, group structures, and cultural contexts. While psychology often emphasizes individual cognition and behavior, sociology situates these processes within the broader framework of social institutions, norms, and collective life. Research … Read more

Nature and Significance of Social Psychology in Sociological Aspect

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Characteristics of Indian Village Community: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction Social psychology stands at the intersection of sociology and psychology, exploring how human thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are shaped by social contexts. While psychology often emphasizes the internal processes of the individual mind, sociology highlights collective patterns, institutions, and cultural frameworks. Social psychology connects these two domains, showing how the individual and society are … Read more