Q1. Define society and discuss its characteristics and types. Or Explain the relevance of social sciences in understanding human behavior.

Q2. Explain the concept of social structure. Discuss the roles and institutions that form it. Or What is socialization? Describe its stages and major agencies with examples.

Q3. Answer any two of the following questions in about 300 words each:

• a)) Define social stratification. What are its major forms in India? (300 words)
• b)) Discuss the concept of social change and explain any two factors affecting it. (300 words)
• c)) What is the caste system? How does it impact social mobility in India? (300 words)
• d)) Briefly explain the concept and types of social control. (300 words)

Q4. Answer any four of the following questions in about 150 words each:

• a)) Compare capitalist and socialist economic systems. (150 words)
• b)) What is the role of political institutions in maintaining social order? (150 words)
• c)) Define culture and explain its relationship with society. (150 words)
• d)) Distinguish between norms and values. (150 words)
• e)) Explain the significance of religion in social life. (150 words)
• f)) Briefly describe the concept of kinship and its role in social organization. (150 words)

Q5. Write short notes on any five of the following questions in about 100 words each:

• a)) Social Norms (100 words)
• b)) Role Conflict (100 words)
• c)) Informal social control (100 words)
• d)) Status and role (100 words)
• e)) Tribal society (100 words)
• f)) Political Socialisation (100 words)
• g)) Law as an instrument of social control (100 words)
• h)) Economy and society (100 words)