Author: Himanshu Meena

Hey there! Ever stop to wonder how sociologists manage to unravel the tangled mess of human societies? From the quirky little rituals that guide our daily lives to the big cultural trends that shape entire nations, sociology gives us the tools to make sense of it all. Think of sociological methods as a kind of detective’s magnifying glass—except instead of solving crimes, we’re decoding the secrets of social life. So, grab a cup of coffee (or tea, if that’s your thing), and let’s chat about how sociologists do their thing. We’ll dive into the rituals of research, some sharp critiques,…

The Indian passenger vehicles segment reported a decline in sales for the third consecutive month in September 2024, amid reports of rising inventory at dealerships. To address the issue, Car makers have started to reduce dispatches to dealerships. The total domestic PV sales slipped to 3,58,886 vehicles in September 2024, down from 3,62,876 vehicles in September 2023, registering a 1.1% year-on-year decline. Automakers report a decline Maruti Suzuki, the country’s biggest automaker took a hit in September 2024, with 1,44,962 cars sold, down from 1,50,812 cars sold in September 2023, recording a 3.88% year-on-year decline in sales. Also Read: Advantages…

Advantages And Disadvantages Of Joint Family System Advantages And Disadvantages Of The Joint Family System: The joint family is the Pillar. On which Hindu values and attitudes are built. It is an S universal system and we find such a system was prevalent in Greek and Roman times. When their civilization was at its peak. Definition of Joint Family System According to Iravati Karve “A group of people who generally live under one roof. Who eats food cooked at one hearth. Who hold property in common. And who participate in common family worship and are related to each other as…

What Is Family Its Kinds and Functions In Sociology BA 1st Year Notes: The family is the most functional of all institutions in society it is a system of organised relationships and a way of meeting basic needs. Basically family fulfils the following functions Satisfaction of sex needs. Socialization. Procreation and rearing of children Provision of economic maintenance and livelihood. Provision of love, affection and security to the individual. But before describing it one has to understand what family is many sociologists have given different definitions for it. Burgoss and Locke: Family is a group of persons united by the…

Statement That Animals Have Society But No Culture Notes BA 1st Year Statement That Animals Have Society But No Culture Notes BA 1st Year: Various definitions given above clearly reveal that society is not confined to human beings alone. The characteristics of society are found even among beasts and birds. In other words, there is the existence of society in all creatures. As a matter of fact, the existence of society among animals depends upon their relations of mutual awareness. This consciousness is visible in the animals. The animals are found living in harmony and advancing to defend themselves in…

The Phenomena Of Role conflict In Modern Day Society BA 1st Year Notes The Phenomena of Role Conflict In Modern-Day Society BA 1st Year Notes: We find the people in our surroundings are different. Not only as regards sex, colour, age and other physical appearances. But they are also different concerning the occupations they follow. They are professors, doctors, engineers, businessmen, shopkeepers and labourers etc. It is true that no individual can perform all the tasks on his own. Nor can all the tasks be given to all individuals. One can perform a job only when he has the characteristics…

BA 1st Year Difference Between Ascribed and Achieved Status Sociology Notes BA 1st Year Difference Between Ascribed and Achieved Status Sociology Notes: Every individual enjoys someplace in his group and society. Some people occupy a very high place in society, whereas others occupy a low one. One person may be superior in one sphere and the other in another. There is The term ‘status is used to reveal the comparative amount of prestige, difference, or respect accorded to persons. Who has been assigned different roles in a group or community? Secord and Bukman define the term ‘status’ as “the worth…

Definitions of Social Structure In Sociology Notes Study Material BA 1st Year Meaning and Definitions of Social Structure One person living in the company of other persons in society. When the men relate themselves with each other, they form a structural form which may be a group, an association, or an organization. Definitions of Social Structure In Sociology Notes Study Material BA 1st Year. Social structure is composed of such structural forms that are arranged in an interrelated way so that human beings operate and conduct themselves in a harmonious manner. As a matter of fact, social structure is an…

Difference Between Primary Group and Secondary Group Notes Study Material Different Sociologists have classified groups in different ways. The chief bases of these classifications of groups are functions scope and stability George Simmel, Von Weise and Bekare have taken numbers as a basis. Difference Between Primary Group and Secondary Group Notes Study Material. Tonnies has taken social interaction as a basis. Lovie and Malinowski have preferred age, sei and other signs and action. Similarly, the group have been classified based on size duration and choice. Bogardus has classified groups into the following types. In formal, Förmal and Bureaucratic. Voluntary and…

Meaning and Definition of Association in Sociology English Notes State the meaning and definitions of an Association. What are its OR characteristics Meaning and Definition of Association in Sociology English Notes? What do you understand by an Association? How is it differ from OR Society and institution ?’ What do you know about an Association? Explain its characteristics. Related Short Answer Questions What do you mean by Association.? Explain the characteristics or elements of the Association. State the difference between Society and Association. Meaning and Definition of Association in Sociology English Notes: Man is a social animal, and his wants…