{"id":13153,"date":"2023-10-20T12:23:06","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T12:23:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=13153"},"modified":"2023-10-20T12:37:17","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T12:37:17","slug":"upsc-mains-2015-sociology-optional-previous-year-paper","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-2015-sociology-optional-previous-year-paper\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Mains 2015 &#8211; Sociology Optional Previous Year Paper"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sociology Optional Previous Year Papers hold immense value for candidates preparing for competitive exams, especially the Civil Services Examination. These papers, curated from past years&#8217; question papers, offer aspirants a profound understanding of the exam&#8217;s structure, question types, and complexity level. They serve as a practical tool for refining one&#8217;s sociological knowledge, critical analysis, and time management abilities. By solving these papers, candidates can acquaint themselves with the intricacies of sociology as a subject and cultivate the assurance necessary to excel in the examination. Moreover, the scrutiny and examination of previous year papers aid aspirants in identifying pertinent topics, prioritizing their study material, and customizing their preparation to align with the specific demands of the Sociology Optional paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e9206bcde35\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Question_Paper_Specific_Instructions\"><\/span><strong>Question Paper Specific Instructions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Please read each of the following instructions carefully before attempting questions :<\/li><li>There are EIGHT questions divided in two SECTIONS and printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.<\/li><li>Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.<\/li><li>Questions no. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, THREE are to be attempted choosing at least ONE from each section.<\/li><li>The number of marks carried by a question \/ part is indicated against it.<\/li><li>Answers must be written in the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate which must be stated clearly on the cover of this Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet in the space provided. No marks will be given for answers written in a medium other than the authorized one.<\/li><li>Word limit in questions, wherever specified, should be adhered to.<\/li><li>Illustrate your answers with suitable sketches, maps and diagrams. These shall be drawn in the space provided for answering the question itself.<\/li><li>Attempts of questions shall be counted in chronological order. Unless struck off, attempt of a question shall be counted even if attempted partly. Any page or portion of the page left blank in the answer book must be clearly struck off.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sociology_Optional_Question_Paper-1_2015\"><\/span>Sociology Optional Question Paper-1 (2015)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SECTION_%E2%80%93_A\"><\/span>SECTION &#8211; A<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1.Write short answers of the following in about 150 words each :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Is sociology a science? Give reasons for your answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Discuss the relevance of historical method in the study of society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) What are variables? Discuss their role in experimental research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Which concepts did Weber use to analyse the forms of legitimate domination?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(e) \u201cNo society can either be completely open or completely closed.\u201d comment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. (a) Discuss the role of Calvinist ethic in the development of Capitalism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Examine the problems of maintaining objectivity and value neutrality in social science research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) \u201cSelf and society are twin-born \u201d Examine the statement of Mead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. (a) Why is random sampling said to have more reliability and validity in research?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Differentiate between Maxian and Weberian theories of Social stratification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) How had Enlightenment contributed to the emergence of sociology?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. (a) \u201cNon-positivist methodology is essential for understanding human behaviour.\u201d Discuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) How is social equilibrium maintained in Parsonian framework?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) \u201cAnomie is rooted in social structure.\u201d Explain with reference to R.K. Merton\u2019s contribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SECTION_%E2%80%93_B\"><\/span>SECTION &#8211; B<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Write short answers of the following in about 150 words each : 10 x 5=50 marks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Distinguish between the social organization of work in feudal society and in capitalist society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) \u201cIdeology is crucial for social transformation in a democracy.\u201d Discuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Distinguish between sects and cults with illustrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Is male authority absent in matrilineal society? Discuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(e) Explain the relevance of the idea of \u2018cultural lag\u2019 in understanding social change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. (a) \u201cEducation helps in perpetuating social and economic inequalities.\u201d Critically examine the statement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Explain the conditions under which a collective action transforms into a social movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) How do the rules of descent and alliance in kinship differ from each other? Illustrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. (a) Define Secularisation. What are its major dimensions in the modern world?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) the increasing importance of the tertiary sector has weakened the formal organization of work in recent times. Examine the statement .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Caste ideology appears to have strengthened democracy .Comment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8. (a) \u201cGlobalization involves deterritorialization .\u201d Examine with reference to the nation-state.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Examine the dialectical relation between tradition and modernity in the study of social change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Elaborate the views of Durkheim on \u201cThe Elementary Forms of Religious Life\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sociology_Optional_Question_Paper-2_2015\"><\/span>Sociology Optional Question Paper-2 (2015)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SECTION_%E2%80%93_A-2\"><\/span>SECTION &#8211; A<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Write short notes with a sociological perspective on the following in about 150 words each: 10 x 5=50 marks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A. Verrier Elwin\u2019s views on freedom for the tribals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B. Jyotirao Phule as an agrarian radical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C. Louis Dumont\u2019s perspective on Indian caste system .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D.How far Gandhiji was trusted by the untouchables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>E.Feminization of poverty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. A. Is caste system changing, weakening or disintegrating in India?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B. Give some of the important studies relating to the structural changes in the Indian family system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C. Broadly compare the kinship system of North and South India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. A. Discuss the paradigm of modernization of Indian tradition in analyzing social change in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B.What is patriarchy? How does it affect the child socialization pattern in India?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C.Discuss the problems of elderly in India. What are the different perspectives to solve their problems?\\<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. A. Discuss Marxist approach to the analysis of Indian nationalism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B.What are the basic tenets of Hindu religion? Is Hinduism based on monotheism or polytheism?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C.Why is it necessary to implement PCPNDT Act in India?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SECTION_%E2%80%93_B-2\"><\/span>SECTION &#8211; B<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>5 . Write short notes with a sociological perspective on the following in about 150 words each: 10 x 5=50 marks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Important components of National Education Policy in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Main objective of Tribal sub plan (TSP)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Effect of displacement through development on the rural landless and marginal farmers .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Issues relating to the informal labour market in urban India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(e) How far Srinivas Sanskritization is modernizing force or traditionalizing force in understanding the changes in caste system?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. (a) Discuss the impact of post- 1970 feminist movement on Indian middle class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) What are the major concerns of ethnic identity and religious identity in India?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) How serious is the problem of trafficking against women and children in India?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. (a) Discuss B.R. Ambedkar as a wise democrat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Discuss the main features of farmers\u2019 movements in independent India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) To what extent the Muslim Personal Law Board is in agreement with Islamic feminist agenda?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8. (a) Analyze Gandhi as a moralist, ascetic and man of action through his Hind Swaraj.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Human development approach affirms that education and health \u2013care growth are more important than economic growth. Discuss this issue in the light of postliberalized Indian society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Write a brief note on the Freedom of the Press.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_is_the_significance_of_the_sociology_optional_paper_in_UPSC_examinations\"><\/span><strong>Q: What is the significance of the sociology optional paper in UPSC examinations? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans. The sociology optional paper in the UPSC examinations allows candidates to showcase their understanding of societal structures, dynamics, and changes, thereby enabling them to demonstrate their analytical and critical thinking skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_one_prepare_effectively_for_the_sociology_optional_paper\"><\/span><strong>Q: How can one prepare effectively for the sociology optional paper? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans. Effective preparation for the sociology optional paper involves a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental sociological theories, concepts, and their practical application. It is also essential to practice answer writing and analyze previous year question papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_the_key_components_of_the_sociology_optional_syllabus_for_the_UPSC_examination\"><\/span><strong>Q: What are the key components of the sociology optional syllabus for the UPSC examination? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans. The sociology optional syllabus for the UPSC examination generally covers topics such as the sociological thinkers, social structure, social change, and contemporary social issues. It includes various theories and perspectives related to sociology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Is_it_necessary_to_cover_the_entire_sociology_optional_syllabus_for_the_UPSC_examination\"><\/span><strong>Q: Is it necessary to cover the entire sociology optional syllabus for the UPSC examination? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans. While it is beneficial to have a comprehensive understanding of the entire syllabus, focusing on core topics, key thinkers, and contemporary social issues is crucial to scoring well in the sociology optional paper of the UPSC examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_the_advantages_of_choosing_sociology_as_an_optional_subject_for_the_UPSC_examination\"><\/span><strong>Q: What are the advantages of choosing sociology as an optional subject for the UPSC examination? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans. Opting for sociology as an optional subject can provide candidates with a deeper understanding of societal dynamics, which can be beneficial in comprehending the various socio-political issues that are often a part of the UPSC examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_one_utilize_sociology_as_an_optional_subject_to_enhance_overall_UPSC_preparation\"><\/span><strong>Q: How can one utilize sociology as an optional subject to enhance overall UPSC preparation? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans.  Integrating sociological perspectives and theories with current affairs and general studies can help candidates develop a holistic approach to analyzing and understanding complex socio-political issues, thereby enhancing their overall UPSC preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_some_recommended_books_for_sociology_optional_in_the_UPSC_examination\"><\/span><strong>Q: What are some recommended books for sociology optional in the UPSC examination? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans. Some recommended books for sociology optional in the UPSC examination include &#8220;Sociology: Themes and Perspectives&#8221; by Haralambos and Holborn, &#8220;Sociology: Principles of Sociology with an Introduction to Social Thoughts&#8221; by C.N. Shankar Rao, and &#8220;Indian Society: Themes and Social Issues&#8221; by Nadeem Hasnain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Are_there_any_specific_resources_or_study_materials_that_can_complement_the_recommended_books_for_sociology_optional_in_the_UPSC_examination\"><\/span><strong>Q: Are there any specific resources or study materials that can complement the recommended books for sociology optional in the UPSC examination? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans. Utilizing additional study materials such as UPSC-specific sociology optional guides, question banks, and contemporary sociological journals can provide candidates with a more comprehensive understanding of the subject, thereby enhancing their preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_previous_year_question_papers_for_sociology_optional_benefit_candidates_preparing_for_the_UPSC_examination\"><\/span><strong>Q: How can previous year question papers for sociology optional benefit candidates preparing for the UPSC examination? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans. Previous year question papers for sociology optional can provide candidates with insights into the examination pattern, important topics, and the level of depth required in their answers, thereby helping them tailor their preparation strategies accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Where_can_candidates_access_sociology_optional_previous_year_question_papers_for_the_UPSC_examination\"><\/span><strong>Q: Where can candidates access sociology optional previous year question papers for the UPSC examination? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans.  Sociology optional previous year question papers for the UPSC examination are often available on various online platforms, UPSC-related forums, and educational websites. 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