B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 3 Recent Theoretical Perspectives in Sociology 2022 Apr Question Paper - KSLU

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UNIT - I

1. Q1 (a) Explain the nature of sociological theories. Distinguish between social theories and sociological theories.
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2. Q1 OR What do you mean by theory and research ? Explain the relationship between these two.
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3. Q1 (b) Theory.
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4. Q1 OR Grand theories.
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UNIT - II

1. Q2 (a) Briefly explain the neo-functionalism in sociology.
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2. Q2 OR Explain the empirical functionalism of R. K. Merton.
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3. Q2 (b) Problem of Role analysis.
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4. Q2 OR A. G. I. L.
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UNIT - III

1. Q3 (a) Discuss the dialectical conflict theory of Ralf Dahrendorf.
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2. Q3 OR Explain the social conflict functionalism of Simmel.
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3. Q3 (b) Marx's 'Theory of Alienation'.
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4. Q3 OR Origin of conflict theories.
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UNIT - IV

1. Q4 (a) Examine the liberal feminism and post-modern feminism.
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2. Q4 OR Explain Marxist feminism and Black feminism.
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3. Q4 (b) Post modern feminism.
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4. Q4 OR Eco feminism.
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UNIT - V

1. Q5 (a) Explain the contributions of Foucault.
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2. Q5 OR Explain the risk society of Ulrich Beck.
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3. Q5 (b) Classical theories of modernity.
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4. Q5 OR Americanization of George Ritzer.
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