Culture is one of the most important concepts in social science. Commonly used in psychology, political science, and economics. It is a key concept in anthropology and a fundamental concept in sociology. The study of human society leads us directly and inevitably to the study of its culture. The study of a society or any…
Subject Matter of sociology – Main Concerns of Sociology (Subjects of Sociology) Since the dawn of sociology, sociologists have placed great emphasis on human-society dynamics. The focus wavered between man and society. “sometimes Sometimes the emphasis was on people in society, other times it was on people in society. But at no point in its…
Ascribed And Achieved Statuses in Sociology – There are two ways for individuals to gain status in society: by ascription or achievement. Some statuses are unavoidable for individuals, while others are more or less freely chosen by individuals. Linton uses the concepts of “ascription” and “achievement” to describe this status distinction. Some statuses are “achievement”…
The Indian Youth Parliament is a unique platform created to foster dialogue and generate partnerships between exceptional youth from private sector, civil society and government. It acts as bridge to fill the gap between government and society. Many youth leaders and social activists will join Indian Youth Parliament to facilitate youth with adequate opportunity to…
Historical Development of Sociology –βFrom all ages and times, east and west of mankind, ever since the righteous and restless species appeared on earth, mankind has lived with others of the same kind in so-called societies. Whatever the chapter, whether primitive Polynesia or ancient Egypt, classical China or modern Russia, medieval England or modern America,…
Social status – Society is understood as a network of social interactions and interconnection. We cannot expect everyone to respond to stimuli in the same way in every interaction situation. Because everyone has their own identity, which already exists before entering a social situation. Example: A husband expects a sexual response from his wife, but…
