Encyclopaedia of Indian Sociology (2 Vols-Set)

Contents: Vol. I: Preface. 1. The basics of sociology : a quick recapitulation. 2. Various approaches to the study Indian society and culture. 3. Evolution of the Indian society and unity in diversity. 4. Sociology of the Indian culture. 5. Social demography of the Indian society. 6. Rural-urban divide and their linkages. 7. Caste system in India. 8. Social classes in India. 9. Tribal society in India. 10. Kinship, marriage, divorce, family and women in India.

Vol. II: Preface. 11. Religion in India. 12. Education in India. 13. The Indian state and politics. 14. Mass media in India. 15. The Indian minorities. 16. Social change : characteristics, causes and forms. 17A. Industrialization as a social structural change. 17B. Urbanization in India. 17C. Modernization in India. 18. Processes of cultural change in India. 19. Social movements in India. 20. Economic development and social change in India. 21. Globalization and liberalization. 22. Education and social change. 23. Role of mass media in social change. 24. Social deviance : crime and violence in India.

"This is an Encyclopaedia of Indian sociology for the candidates opting sociology subject in I.A.S., P.C.S. and other competitive examinations. An eminent senior sociologist of India who has taught sociology, done and guided many research and written many books on sociology, culture, education and current problems of Indian society has written it. It presents a very comprehensive, detailed and up-to-date sociological treatment of all the aspects of the Indian society. It is divided into three parts.

This book is a must for all highly motivated and achievement - oriented readers, students, teachers and citizens of the 21 century." (jacket)