M.S.W. DEGREE EXAMINATION, NOVEMBER 2017
First Semester
Social Work
SOCIOLOGY FOR SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE
(CBCS 2017 onwards)
Time 3 Hours Maximum 75 Marks
Part A (10 x 2 20)
Answer all the questions.
All questions carry equal marks
1. Define community.
2. What is an association?
3. What do you mean by social groups?
4. Mention any three functions of Socialization.
5. What do you mean by the terms polygamy and
polyandry?
6. Write down the types of family.
7. Define caste.
8. What do you mean by the concept social change?
9. List out the psychological problems of aged in India.
10. Write down any three forms of cyber crime.
Sub. Code
452102
RW-751
2
WK16
Part B x 5 25)
Answer all the questions, choosing either or
All questions carry equal marks.
11. List out the characteristics of a Society.
Or
Write a short note on Social Process.
12. Briefly explain the mechanisms of Social Control.
Or
Explain the concept Civilization.
13. Describe the forms of marriage.
Or
Sort out the causes for breakdown in the families.
14. Point out the characteristics of Social Stratification.
Or
Briefly explain any two theories on origin of caste
system.
15. Discuss the problems faced by Persons with
Disabilities due to stigma and discrimination.
Or
Write a short note on corruption.
RW-751
3
WK16
Part C x 10 30)
Answer any three questions.
All questions carry equal marks
16. Describe the demographic characteristics of Indian
Society.
17. Elucidate the influence of culture on Individuals and
explain how cultural change takes place with examples.
18. Discuss the contemporary changes in family system in
India.
19. Highlight the impact of globalization on caste system in
India.
20. Explain the current situation of environmental
degradation with suitable examples.
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