Social Mobility

Trends and Patterns of Educational Attainment: Literacy, Elementary Education, Senior Secondary Education, Higher Education (A Sociological Perspective)

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Gender and Regional Inequality in Asia

Introduction on Trends and Patterns of Educational Attainment Education plays a pivotal role in shaping human development and social progress. It serves as a foundation for economic growth, political participation, and social transformation. In India, the evolution of educational attainment—from literacy to higher education—reflects broader sociological processes such as modernization, social mobility, gender equality, and … Read more

Distance Education in India: A Sociological Perspective

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Distance Education in India: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Distance Education in India Education is one of the most powerful instruments of social change, shaping the progress of individuals and society alike. In a country as vast and diverse as India, the challenge of providing equitable access to education has led to innovative modes of learning—one of the most significant being distance … Read more

Structure and Growth of Modern Education in India: A Sociological Perspective

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Sociology, Education, Inequality, Cultural Capital, Hidden Curriculum, Globalization, Gender, Class, Bourdieu, Schooling

Introduction on Modern Education in India Education is one of the most powerful instruments for social transformation and human development. In the Indian context, the structure and growth of modern education reflect the nation’s historical transitions, social aspirations, and developmental needs. From the colonial period to post-independence reforms and the present globalized era, modern education … Read more

Modern Education and Human Resource Development: A Sociological Perspective

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Youth Culture and Subcultures in the Digital Era: A Sociological Perspective

Education has always been a fundamental institution of society, shaping individuals and influencing the overall development of a nation. In the modern era, education goes beyond mere literacy or traditional classroom learning — it has evolved into a key instrument for human resource development (HRD). From a sociological standpoint, modern education functions as both an … Read more

Introduction to Sociology of Education: A Sociological Perspective

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Liberal Perspective of Education: John Dewey and Ivan Illich

Introduction Education is one of the most fundamental institutions of human society. It not only transmits knowledge and skills but also plays a crucial role in shaping individuals’ values, behavior, and social identities. The Sociology of Education is a specialized subfield of sociology that studies the relationship between education and society. It examines how educational … Read more

Sources and Causes of Mobility in Sociological Aspect

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

Introduction on Sources and Causes of Mobility Social mobility refers to the movement of individuals or groups from one social status to another within a society. It can be upward (improvement in status, income, or prestige) or downward (loss of position or power). The concept is central in sociology because it highlights the dynamics of … Read more

Closed and Open System of Mobility in Sociological Aspect

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Social Development in Sociological Aspect

Introduction on Closed and Open System of Mobility Social mobility is one of the central concerns of sociology, as it highlights how individuals or groups move across different layers of social stratification within a society. It refers to the ability of people to shift their social position, whether upward, downward, horizontally, or intergenerationally. The nature … Read more

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

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

Introduction on Concept of Mobility Mobility is one of the most significant concepts in sociology, as it helps us understand the patterns of movement of individuals and groups within the social structure. Societies are never static; they are constantly changing, and people continuously shift in terms of occupation, status, power, and lifestyle. This dynamic process … Read more

Functional Approach to Stratification: A Sociological Perspective

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Marxian Approach to Stratification: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Functional Approach to Stratification Social stratification refers to the hierarchical arrangement of individuals and groups in society based on factors such as class, caste, status, power, wealth, and prestige. It shapes access to resources, life chances, and opportunities, making it one of the central concerns in sociology. Among the many perspectives that explain … Read more

Inequality and Social Stratification: A Sociological Perspective

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Why Karl Marx’s Class Conflict Still Shapes 2025 Society

Introduction on Inequality and Social Stratification Societies across history have been marked by differences in wealth, power, and status. These differences are not accidental; rather, they are structured and maintained through various social mechanisms. Sociology uses the concept of social stratification to explain these divisions, and it views inequality as a central outcome of stratified … Read more