Paper II
Section A

Write short notes on any three of the following in not more than 200 words each (20 × 3 60)

Continuity and change in Indian society

Backward classes movement

Social consequences of privatisation

Industrialisation family change in India, with examples

Describe the major aspects of traditional Hindu social organisation. How far are they relevant for present day Indian society

Discuss the social factors responsible for the emergence of Dalit consciousness in India. What have been the social consequences of this phenomenon

Is Indian peasant society a non-modern society? Evaluate with suitable examples in support of your answer

Section B

Write short notes on any three of the following in not more than 200 words each: (20 × 3 60)

Social factors related to declining sex-ratio

Environmental pollution in urban areas

Self Respect Movement

Discrimination against women

Describe the indicators of secularism. In your opinion, is it being practised in letter and spirit in present day Indian society

Discuss the salient features of the population policy of Government of India. What modifications would you suggest to make it more effective

Describe the social factors related with the problems of alcoholism and drug addiction. What measures would you suggest to tackle these problems