Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) 2007 B.A Sociology Society and Religion - Question Paper

part A
ans any 2 of the subsequent ques..
1. Examine the role of religion in the maintenance of social
solidarity among the Coorgs. Focus on Okka, village and
caste.
2. explain the social situation of secularisation in Europe. Your
ans should empha size the subsequent :
(i) Renaissance
(ii) Growth of science
(iii) Expansion of trade and comm erce
3. Highlight the major challenge the Arya Samaj Movement
posed to
(i) Caste system
(ii) Position of women in society
4. What is civil religion ? Fxamine the practice of cMl religion
in
(i) Ancient Greek and Roman Cities
(ii) America
SECTTON B
ans any 2 of the subsequent :qttesfions.
5. Bring out Turner's analysis of the rite of circurncision
practiced by the Ndem
6. explain the social and political conditions under which : ' Buddhism and Jainism emerged in India. . .,''
7 . Critically examine Weber's interpretation of Hinduism.
8. Examine the relationship ranging from religion and social
change.
SECTTON C
All parts of this ques. ere compulsory.
9. (il Distinguish ranging from magic and religion. 4
(ii) Distinguish ranging from Theology and Sociology of
Religion. 4
(iiil describe Charisma. 2

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