Scope of Sociology – Every science has its own field of study. Unless the boundaries of science are set and the scope is clearly defined, it becomes difficult for anyone to study science systematically. Unfortunately, there is no consensus among sociologists about the scope of sociology. V.F. Culverton commented: “Sociology is such a flexible science…
Urban Sociology – Our modern industrial civilization is dominated by cities. “Urbanization” or urban growth is a recent phenomenon. This is “a very recent phenomenon in human history, so recent that its rapid growth and full potential have yet to be fully understood and realized.” Not only are existing cities in the world growing, but…
Social Groups – Society is made up of groups. Society begins with a gathering of people. However, simply gathering people together in a physical location does not constitute a social group. A social group exists when two or more people are in contact and communication, either directly or indirectly. Group members stimulate each other and…
Important Terms under Consumer Protection Act, 2019 – Power to set aside ex parte orders [Section 61] An ex parte order is an order issued by a court or authority without hearing the other party. According to Section 61 of consumer protection act, 2019 only the national commission has been empowered to set aside ex…
Meaning and definition of Goods – According to Section 2(21) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 the term “goods” means every kind of movable property and includes “food” as defined in Section 3(1)(j) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Definition of Goods under Sale of Goods Act, 1930 According to the Section 2(7)…
Service under consumer protection act, 2019 – According to Section 2(42) of the consumer protection act, 2019 the term “service” means service of any description which is made available to potential users and includes, but not limited to, the provision of facilities in connection with but does not include the rendering of any service free…