Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) 2004 M.A Study of Indian Society - Question Paper

TAMILNADU OPEN UNIVERSITY
M.A DEGREE exam.(MSO-4 OCT-04)
STUDY OF INDIAN SOCIETY
October, 2004.
Time: three hours Maximum marks: 75.

PART A – (3 x5=15 marks)
ans any 3 ques..
All ques. carry equal marks.
1. define Purusharthas.
2. Elucidate the characteristic of caste.
3. What is Jajmani System?
4. elaborate the main functions of joint family?
5. Bring out the usages of kinship?

PART B – (4 x15=60 marks)
ans any 4 ques..
All ques. carry equal marks.
6. Analyse the contemporary patterns in caste system.
7. What is untouchability? discuss Gandhiji’s contribution for the eradication of untouchability.
8. Critically examine the contemporary patterns of Indian family.
9. provide an account on the kinds and forms of wedding.
10.Discuss the status of women in historical periods.
11.Explain the merits and demerits of Industrial credit system.
12.Critically evaluate the social change in India due to modernization.

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