Unit 1: Basic Concepts of Sociology

Generally how many Varnas were there? According to G. S. Ghurye, what were the two Varnas in the beginning?

Which word did John Stuart Mill suggest to use in place of Sociology? What was the reason to use that word?

Explain tertiary category of kinship with example.

Whose statement is this that 'Family is a domestic group'? What else did he/she say about family?

Cultural trait can be divided but after division it becomes insignificant. Explain with example.

Discuss family as a major agency of socialization.

Explain the concept of Vansh (lineage). Why is Vansh (lineage) compared with bamboo? Discuss.

How is culture defined by Herskovits?

Explain briefly the Punsavan Sanskar.

What changes have taken place in the nature and perception of Hindu marriage? Explain.

Write the names of the four rituals after birth.

State the difference between material and non-material cultures.

Write a note on family court.

Avoidance and joking are opposite to each other in kinship customs. Explain.

It is simple to measure the civilization but not culture. Explain.