MSO-004: Sociology in India
Programme: M.A. Sociology (MSO)
Course Code: MSO-004
Assignment Code: MSO-004/AST/TMA/2024-25
Maximum Marks: 100
Weightage: 30%
Below is the complete list of answers for the IGNOU MSO-004 assignment (2024–25). Each answer is written in approximately 500 words using clear and simple language for IGNOU learners.
Section – I
- Describe the socio-economic background of emergence of sociology.
- Why did the major focus of sociologists and social-scientists become the village studies in India during the nineteen fifties?
- Describe the ‘Brahminical’ perspective on caste system in India.
- Discuss the different views of Ambedkar and Lohia on Indian Society.
- Describe the agrarian class structure in India with examples.
Section – II
- What are the village commons? Discuss its significance.
- Discuss the debate between Verrier Ellowin and G.S. Ghurey regarding the tribes in India.
- Discuss the different roles that religion plays in Indian society with suitable examples.
- What is urbanisation? Discuss its role in transforming the urban areas in India.
- What are the difference between old social movements and new social movements? Discuss with examples.
These answers serve as references for your MSO-004 Tutor Marked Assignment. Make sure to read, understand, and personalize them before submission.