Theory and Ideology in Indian Sociology: Essays in Honour of Professor Yogendra Singh

Book Details

• Author: Narendra K. Singhi

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Binding: Hardcover

• Release Date: 01-02-2019

• ISBN: 9788170333043

• Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.9 x 1.5 inches

• Language: English

About the Book

Theory and Ideology in Indian Sociology: Essays in Honour of Professor Yogendra Singh explores the interplay between ideology, theory, and life within Indian sociology. Despite the immense potential for deep theoretical and ideological discourse on India's intellectual traditions, cultural pluralism, and historical continuity, there has been a lack of extensive sociological work on these crucial topics. This book addresses this gap by presenting a collection of essays that discuss the theoretical underpinnings and ideological discourse of Indian sociology.

The book delves into the necessity of constructing Indian sociology through empirical studies, classical texts, regional literature, and oral traditions, as opposed to relying solely on Western paradigms. It highlights the need for an intellectual rediscovery of India's rich sociocultural history. The contributors analyze the cognitive gaps in the discipline, providing fresh perspectives on the role of theory and ideology in shaping social transformation and sociological inquiry.

Key Themes and Topics Covered:

• Indigenization and Building Sociology for India

• Pluralism and Education in India

• Marxism and the Anthropological Imagination

• Gender Issues and Reciprocity in Social Science

• The Craft of Sociology in India: Autobiographical Perspectives

• Social Change and Development in Developing Societies

• Gandhian Social Thought and Non-Violence

• Dialectic of Tradition and Modernity

• Ethnic Challenge to Indian Identity

• Sociology in India: Contextualization and Knowledge Perspective

The book features essays from distinguished scholars who critically examine the evolution of Indian sociology, its ideological battles, and theoretical contributions, including the influence of figures like Yogendra Singh, Ramkrishna Mukherjee, and G.S. Ghurye.

About the Author:
Narendra K. Singhi is a renowned scholar with extensive academic experience. He earned his post-graduation from the School of Economics and Sociology at the University of Bombay. Singhi's distinguished career includes being a Fulbright Scholar at the University of North Carolina, Visiting Fellow at Maison Des Sciences (Paris), and Wallace Foundation Fellow at Cambridge University. He also served as the Professor and Head of the Department of Sociology at the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur. Singhi's academic contributions are widespread, with several published works, including co-edited volumes and contributions on sociology, education, and social change in India.