Gujarat University 2007 B.A SOCIOLOGY -II (First Subsidiary) (Indian Social Institutions) (Old ) - Question Paper

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Seat No. :

SOCIOLOGY Paper-II (First Subsidiary)
(Indian Social Institutions) (Old Course)

Time : three Hours] [Max. Marks : 70

Instructions : (1) All ques. carry equal marks. (2) Attempt all ques..


1. Give the meaning of Social Institution and define the characteristics of Institution. 14
OR

1. Give the meaning of wedding and discuss the nature of Hindu wedding. 14

2.
discuss :
14
(1) Nuclear Family
(2) Rules of Exogamy
OR
2. Explain the meaning of Polyandry wedding and clarify the nature of Fraternal

Polyandry wedding system. 14

3.
Show the characteristics of ‘Matriarchal Family’ and discuss Nayar ‘Tarwad’.
14
OR

3. Discuss the factors that bring about modifications in Joint Family. 14

4.
provide the meaning of ‘Caste’ and define the functions of ‘Caste’.
14
OR
4. Describe the contribution of ‘Education’ and ‘Law’ in change of status of women

during British period. 14

5.
Write notes on (any two) :
14
(1) Divorce in Muslims
(2) Characteristics of Joint family
(3) Dowry System
(4) Women and Occupation
(5) Varna and Caste

Earning:   Approval pending.