Contemporary Sociology

Book Details

• Author: Rawat, H.K.

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2021

• ISBN: 9788131605868

• Pages: 434

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.2 x 0.7 inches

About the Book

This book stems from significant changes in the field of sociology over recent decades. It provides a unique perspective by integrating theoretical frameworks with empirical realities, reflecting new developments in sociological studies. The author, H.K. Rawat, combines his own extensive research with the views of other scholars to offer a comprehensive understanding of various important sociological topics. The book covers subjects such as culture, social interaction, collective behavior, social control and deviance, kinship, family, marriage, and the status of women. It also delves into various social institutions like economic, political, educational, and religious institutions. Furthermore, it addresses pressing social issues such as poverty, social problems, social welfare, and the social exclusion of minorities in India. Aimed at students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as those preparing for competitive exams, this book offers a depth of knowledge and an invaluable resource for anyone interested in sociology.

Contents

1. Why Study Sociology?

2. Culture

3. Processes of Social Interaction

4. Collective Behavior

5. Social Control and Deviance

6. Kinship and Family

7. Marriage

8. Status of Women

9. Economic Institutions

10. Political Institutions

11. Educational Institutions

12. Religious Institutions

13. Demography

14. Poverty

15. Social Problems, Social Welfare, and Social Security

16. Social Exclusion and Minorities in India

17. Environment and Ecological Crisis

About the Author

H.K. Rawat is one of Rajasthan's most esteemed sociology educators. His teaching career began at Maharaja College, Jaipur, before moving to Beawar, where he taught both graduate and postgraduate students. He retired in 1992 as the Principal of Government College, Sirohi. Over the years, Rawat has written numerous well-researched textbooks in sociology and anthropology that have become highly popular among Indian students.