Classical Sociological Tradition on Environmental Concerns

Sustainable Development: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Environmental Concerns The classical sociological tradition, primarily shaped by thinkers such as Karl Marx, Émile Durkheim, and Max Weber, laid the foundation for understanding society, its structures, and transformations. While these theorists did not explicitly focus on environmental degradation—a pressing issue in contemporary sociology—their ideas provide valuable insights into the relationship between society … Read more

Meaning and Development of Environmental Sociology

Social Demography: Nature and Scope

Introduction Environmental sociology is a specialized subfield of sociology that examines the interactions between human societies and the natural environment. It explores how social structures, institutions, and cultural norms influence environmental conditions and, conversely, how ecological changes affect human societies. As environmental crises such as climate change, deforestation, and pollution intensify, environmental sociology has gained … Read more