Themes and Perspectives in Indian Sociology

Book Details

• Author: D.N. Dhanagare

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9788170334828

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches

• Release Date: 01-01-1998

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

About the Book

Reading Books by D.N. Dhanagare presents a critical examination of the development of sociology in India, a field that has established itself as a significant area of scholarship globally. The book offers a unique perspective as the author takes on the position of an “outsider within,” providing an insightful critique of the themes, perspectives, and theoretical orientations that dominated Indian sociology from the 1950s through the late 1980s.

Dhanagare offers an intellectual reflection on the evolving cognitive structures of Indian sociology, discussing its shifting research interests, theoretical trends, and methodological debates. With a style that combines objectivity and empathy, the essays strike a balance between scholarly critique and intellectual sensitivity. The author emphasizes the need for a scientific outlook in sociological work while integrating sociologists' value commitments, making the book an invaluable resource for students and scholars interested in the sociology of India.

The collection covers topics like the search for identity in Indian sociology, the relationship between sociology and social anthropology in India, and the relevance of dialectical materialism in understanding Indian society. It also explores subaltern consciousness, populism in social movements, and the prospects of an integrated approach to social reality.

For those intrigued by the sociology of Indian sociology and its development, this book offers perceptive, in-depth essays that will enrich the reader’s understanding of both the discipline and its Indian context.