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Courses Offered
Semester I
- Major Paper 1: Sociology: Introduction to Sociology
VSC: Climate Change and Sustainability
SEC: Sociology of Ageing
Semester II
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- Major Paper 1: Fundamentals of Sociology
- VSC: Women and Environment
- SEC: Introduction to Geriatric care
Semester II
Major Paper 1: Indian Society Structure and Change
Major Paper 2: Sociological Studies Paper -1
Minor Paper 1: Emerging issues & Concerns in Indian Contemporary Society
SEC: Sociology of Tourism
FP: Field Project
Semester IV
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- Major Paper 1: Sociology of Development
- Major Paper 2: Sociological Studies Paper-2
- Minor Paper 1: Emerging fields in Sociological Studies
- SEC: Introduction to qualitative Social Research
- CEP: Community Engagement Project
Semester V
Major Paper 1: Theoretical Sociology
Major Paper 2: Sociology of Work
Major paper 3: Sociology of Gender
Semester IV
Major Paper 1: Anthropological Thought
Major Paper 2: Sociology of Labour
Major paper 3: Gender Society: Emerging Issues and contemporary Debate
Syllabus :
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
Emergence of Sociology
- Meaning, Nature and Scope of Sociology
- Relationship between Sociology and other Social Sciences
- Careers in Sociology
Pioneers of Sociology
- Auguste Comte – Law of 3 Stages
- Herbert Spencer – Organic Analogy
- Emile Durkheim – Division of Labor
- Karl Marx – Conflict
Introduction to Society
- Definition and Functions of Society
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Evolution of Society
- Hunting and Gathering
- Agrarian
- Industrial
- Post-Industrial
- Network Society
- Risk Society
Culture
- Meaning, Characteristics and Elements of Culture
- Cultural Diversity: Cultural Universals / Cultural Differences
- Ethnocentrism / Cultural Relativity, Sub Culture / Counterculture
CLIMATE CHANGE AND SUSTAINABILITY
Meaning of Sustainability and Climate Change
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Nature, Environment and Linkages with Sociology
- Defining Sustainability
- Development and Climate Change
- Issues of Environmental Justice and Citizenship
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Theoretical Approaches
- Risk Society – Ulrich Beck
Case Studies: India and Global
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From the Regions
- Tsunami
- 26/7 Mumbai Floods
- Earthquakes
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Global Challenges
- Water and Soil
- GM Foods
- Global Warming
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The Way Forward
- Beyond the Economics of Growth
- Structural Limitations & Individual Responsibilities
- Solutions
SOCIOLOGY OF AGEING
Introduction to Ageing and Gerontology
- Concepts: Ageing and Gerontology
- Trends and Patterns of Ageing: Indian Scenario
- Dimensions of Gerontology
- Careers in Geriatric Care
Role of the State in Elderly Care
- Policies and Programmes for Aged People
- Role of Civil Society towards Ageing (NGO’s)
- Role of Media towards Elderly
- National Policy on Aged Population
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
Social Stratification
- Concept of Social Stratification
- Types of Social Stratification and Discrimination
- Age
- Caste
- Class
- Gender
- Religion
- Race
- Differently Abled
- Social Mobility
Social Control and Deviance
- Social Control, Conformity and Deviance: Meaning and Forms
- Perspectives on Crime
- Functionalist Perspective (Merton)
- Symbolic Interactionist Perspective (Becker)
- Marxist Perspective (Chambliss)
Types of Crime and Rehabilitation
- White-collar Crime
- Corporate Crimes
- Cyber Crimes
- Environmental Crime
- Criminal Rehabilitation
Social Interaction
- Understanding Social Interaction
- Communication
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication (Face, Body, Gestures)
- Relationship between Culture and Communication
- Social Process
- Cooperation
- Accommodation
- Assimilation
- Virtual Interaction
- Interaction and Relationships at a Distance
- Global / Virtual Platform
- Building Trust
WOMEN AND ENVIRONMENT
Women and Environment
- Eco-feminism, Nature, Principle and Critique
- Feminist Environmentalism
- Impact of Environment on Rural, Tribal and Urban Women
Struggles & Resistance for Change
- Protection and Preservation of Indigenous Rights and Culture
- Tribal Struggles and Chipko Movement
- Environmental Movements: Global North and Global South
INTRODUCTION TO GERIATRIC CARE
Overview of Ageing Process and Age Related Challenges
- Physiological and Psychosocial Changes during Old Age
- Nutritional Needs of the Elderly
- Common Health Issues
- Health Education
Support and Care for Elderly
- Social Support and Social Networking (Health Club, Senior Citizen Association etc.)
- Geriatric Palliative Care
- Respite and Hospice Care
Geriatric Counselling
Indian Society: Structure and Change
Module 1: Classical Indian Sociologists
- G. S. Ghurye (Indology & Characteristics of Caste System)
- M. N. Srinivas (Sanskritization, Dominant Caste, Westernization & Secularization)
- A. R. Desai (Social Background of Indian Nationalism, Peasant Struggles)
Module 2: Selected Readings in Sociology
- Leela Dube (Family, Kinship & Marriage: South & South East Asia)
- Ranajit Guha (Subaltern Studies)
- T. K. Oommen (Nationalism & Religion)
Module 3: Challenges in Indian Society
- Resurgence of Caste Identity (Caste Mobilization, Maratha/OBC Reservation)
- Ethnic Identities
- Regional Identities
Module 4: Socio-Cultural Landscape of Maharashtra
- Regional Diversity and Communities
- Food Culture and Cultural Identities
- Need for Sustainable Tourism
EMERGING ISSUES AND CONCERNS IN INDIAN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY
Module 1: Changing Population Pattern – Impact and Concern
- The Right to the City – Henry Lefebvre
- Factors and Types of Migration
- Types of Migrants
Module 2: Environment and Sustainability
- Indicators of Carbon Footprints
- Waste Management for Sustainable Development
- Environmental Justice in India (Case Study)
Module 3: Urban Governance
- Role of Planning Agencies (MMRDA & SRA)
- Lack of Availability of Open Space
- Mills to Malls: Loss of a City’s Identity
Module 4: Health and Medicine
- Disparity and Accessibility in Health Care Systems
- Medical Ethics (Informed Consent, Organ Transplant, Drug Trial)
- Alternative Health Systems
SOCIOLOGICAL STUDIES PAPER -1
Module 1: Sociological Perspectives on Social Problems
- Functionalism
- Conflict Theory
- Symbolic Interactionism
Module 2: Social Problems
- Education
- Health
- Environment
SOCIOLOGY OF TOURISM
Module 1: Sociological Understanding on Tourism
- Basic Concepts – Tour, Travel, Tourist and Tourism
- Sociology of Tourism – Meaning & Significance
- Impact of Tourism on Host Place: Social, Economic, Climatic and Environmental
Module 2: Tourism Management
- Different Forms of Tourism Management
- Key Aspects of Tourism Management
- Managerial Issues in Tourism Industry
SOCIOLOGY OF DEVELOPMENT
Module 1: Understanding Development
- Concept of Development
- Theories of Modernization (Rostow, Smelser, McClelland)
- Neo-Liberal Approach (David Harvey)
Module 2: Globalization and Development
- Globalization and Industry (Service – Gig Economy)
- Globalization and Environment (Jaitapur / Coastal Road Project)
- Globalization and Agriculture (Farmers’ Mobilization)
Module 3: Indicators of Development
- Human Development Index (HDI) – Meaning, Dimensions & Indicators
- Gender Inequality Index (GII – Reproductive Health, Empowerment, Labour Market)
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs – 17 Goals, Targets & Indicators)
Module 4: Alternative Approaches to Development
- Small is Beautiful – E. F. Schumacher
- People Centric Development (Menda Lekha)
- Adarsh Gaon (Hiware Bazaar)
Emerging Fields in Sociological Studies
Module 1: Media and Society
- Advertising and Consumer Behaviour
- Social Media – Responsible Netism
- Career Opportunities in Media (Digital Marketing, Blogging/Vlogging, Influencers, Ethical Hacking etc.)
Module 2: Education
- Changes and Challenges in Education (NEP)
- New Trends in Education System (Web-based Learning, MOOCs, NIOS)
- Innovative Teaching–Learning Methods
Module 3: Law and Public Service
- Types of Law (Civil & Criminal)
- Public Services (State, Central)
- Social Justice & Human Rights
Module 4: Social Work
- History & Philosophy of Social Work
- Significance and Need of Social Work
- Types of Social Work (Family & Child Welfare, Health Care, Case Work & Group Work)
INTRODUCTION TO QUALITATIVE SOCIAL RESEARCH
Module 1: Qualitative Research
- Nature, Characteristics, Significance
- Critique to Quantitative Research
- Value Orientation and Ethical Consideration in Research
Module 2: Techniques in Qualitative Research
- Participant Observation
- Interview
- Focus Group
SOCIOLOGICAL STUDIES PAPER-2
Module 1: Sociology of Social Problems
- Meaning and Characteristics of Social Problem
- Social Context of Social Problem
- Sociological Imagination
Module 2: Sociological Research on Social Problems
- Survey Research
- Field Research
- Focus Group