Corruption in India is not merely a legal or administrative problem; it is a deeply rooted social phenomenon shaped by historical legacies, institutional arrangements, cultural norms, economic inequalities, and political practices. While legal frameworks and policy reforms attempt to address corruption through punitive measures, a sociological explanation seeks to understand why corruption persists, how it … Read more
Introduction India is often celebrated as the world’s largest democracy, marked by universal adult franchise, periodic elections, constitutional guarantees, and a vibrant public sphere. From a sociological perspective, however, democracy is not merely a political system defined by voting and representation; it is also a social process shaped by historical inequalities, power relations, and structural … Read more
Social stratification refers to the structured inequalities that exist within a society, shaping people’s access to resources, opportunities, and power. In India, stratification is deeply rooted in historical, cultural, economic, and political systems. The three most powerful dimensions of social stratification in Indian society are caste, class, and gender. These systems overlap and interact, creating … Read more
Introduction on Healthcare Inequality in India The COVID-19 pandemic did more than cause mortality and illness; it exposed, intensified, and in many cases reconfigured long-standing health inequalities in India. What began as a public-health emergency unfolded into a social crisis—one where class, caste, gender, place, and occupation shaped who got infected, who could access care, … Read more