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Sociology 8e (English, Hardcover, unknown)

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Language: English
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: S. Chand Publishing
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9789364684590, 9364684591
Edition: 8th Edition 2024, 2024
Pages: 664

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The textbook, in its eighth edition, has been one of the most popular textbooks on the basic principles of Sociology. It is a sincere attempt to present the fundamental concepts and diverse aspects of Sociology. It discusses the basic sociological facts and principles by providing relevant explanations and examples. The concepts have been presented with an organised thought in an engaging manner. The text is written in lucid style and free-flowing language to make it simple and user friendly. The textbook provides a comprehensive coverage to meet the growing needs of the students of the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and the aspirants appearing for the UPSC, State PSCs, NET, SLET and various competitive examinations. It also serves as a source of reference for Nursing, Law, Hotel Management, B.Ed and MBA courses.

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Imprint	S. Chand Publishing
Publication Year	2024 October
Edition Type	Special Edition
Book Type	Higher Education Book
Exam	Graduate, Postgraduate and Various Competitive Exams
Table of Contents	PART ONE: Introducing Sociology Introduction to Sociology Definition, Scope and Uses of Sociology Some Branches of Sociology Methods of Sociology Doing Social Research in Sociological Studies Sociology and Other Social Sciences PART TWO: Basic Concepts Some Basic Sociological Concepts Role and Status— Power and Authority Social Structure — Function and Social Order PART THREE: Individual-Culture-Society Individual and Society Environment and Heredity Types of Societies Community and Individual Culture and Civilisation Socialisation and Culture Social Groups Social Processes Organisation and Individual PART FOUR: Social Inequality Social Differentiation and Social Stratification Caste-Estates-Class Race and Ethnic Relations Gender and Gender Inequality Social Mobility Some Aspects of Social Mobility with Special Reference to India PART FIVE: Social Institutions Marriage Marriage in India The Family Kinship System The Educational System The Economic System The Political System Religion-Morality-Magic PART SIX: Social Control Meaning and Nature of Social Control Folkways - Mores - Customs - Sanctions Social Norms and Social Values Social Conformity and Deviance PART SEVEN: Social Change Meaning and Nature of Social Change Theories and Factors of Social Change PART EIGHT: Collective Behaviour and Social Movements Collective Behaviour Social Movements PART NINE: Social Disorganisation and Social Problem Social Disorganisation and Social Problem The Problem of Overpopulation in India PART TEN: Applied Sociology Applied Sociology Science, Technology and Society Social Work, Social Security and Social Welfare: Conceptual Overviews PART ELEVEN: Sociological Thought Introduction to Social Thought Auguste Comte — "The Father of Sociology" Herbert Spencer: The Second Founding Father of Sociology Durkheim: The First Professor of Sociology Max Weber — ';The Founder of Modern Sociology' Karl Marx: Founder of Revolutionary Communism Georg Simmel: "Father of Formal Sociology" Talcott Parsons and Robert K. Merton: Their Contributions Bibliography Additional chapters to enrich the study please email to: marketinghe@schandpublishing.com The Study of Human Society Juvenile Delinquency, Youth Unrest and Problems of Aged The Problem of Poverty Unemployment Problem Problems of the Under-Privileged (Scheduled Castes, Tribes and Other Backward Classes) Corruption and Black Money in Society The Problem of Order
Number of Pages	664

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C. N. Shankar Rao is a distinguished lecturer in Sociology at Canara Pre-University College, Mangalore, Karnataka. He is well-regarded for his extensive teaching experience and in-depth knowledge of sociology, which is reflected in his popular works on the subject. His contributions to academic literature are widely used by students preparing for various competitive exams, particularly in the field of sociology. His books, such as "Sociology: Principles of Sociology with an Introduction to Social Thoughts", are highly regarded for their clear and systematic presentation of sociological concepts, making them valuable resources for both beginners and advanced learners. Shankar Rao's approach to explaining social theories, social institutions, and their relevance to contemporary issues has made his work accessible to students across India. His expertise and commitment to education are evident in his pedagogical methods and published works, making him a respected figure in academic circles.

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