Mohan Lal Sukhadia University (MLSU) 2001 M.A Sociology - Social Theory - Question Paper

M. A. (Final) Examination, 2001
SOCIOLOGY
Paper - V
Social Theory

Time: three Hours Maximum Marks: 100
Attempt any 5 ques..
All ques. carry equal marks.


1. describe Social Theory and explain its major kinds.

2. Highlight the postulates of functional unity and universal functionalism.

3. describe Social System and explain its characteristics.

4. Analyse the class-conflict theory of Karl Marx.

5. discuss the functions of social conflict as propounded by Coser.

6. What do you understand by Social Anomie? Analyse its major kinds.

7. Write an essay on the Exchange Theory of G. C. Homans.

8. What is Symbolic Interactionism? explain its theory of Mead.

9. describe Phenomenology. discuss the contribution of Schutz to this theoretical perspective.

10. Write short notes on any two:
(a) Characteristics of Reference Group
(b) Elements of Social Action
(c) Ethnomethodology
(d) Latent and Manifest Functions

Earning:   Approval pending.