DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.A. (Sociology) DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2017
INDIAN SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
PART A — × 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE of the following in about 150 words each.
1. Describe the marriage ceremonies of Parsis.
2. Define caste and explain the traditional theory of caste
system.
3. Explain the forms of Hindu Marriage.
4. Write a short note on Joking Relationship.
5. Explain the main features of westernization.
6. Explain the role of Dr. Ambedkar in the removal of
untouchability in India.
7. Highlight the characteristics of nuclear family.
8. Write a short note on secularization.
PART B — × 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR of the following in about 700 words each.
9. Write an essay on Hindu view of Life.
10. Explain in detail the changing trends in caste system.
Sub. Code
12
DE-763
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WS 20
11. Describe the ideals of Muslim Marriage and Christian
Marriage.
12. Explain the changing trends of joint family system in
India.
13. Evaluate the impact of industrialization in India.
14. Explain the various types of family.
15. Elucidate the various causes of modernization.