UPSC Sociology Optional 2021 Paper II Q.1A — Caste System

upsc cse main — Sociology optional paper (2021), Paper II, Question 1A (10 marks, about 150 words).

Section: Section A | Type: Compulsory question

Syllabus mapping: Social Structure: | Topic b — Caste System.

Question: Caste System studies in India have been dominated by the “book -view” initially. How did the entry of “field- view” bring about a balance in the study of Indian caste system? Discuss.

Section A

1.(a)

Caste System studies in India have been dominated by the “book -view” initially. How did the entry of “field- view” bring about a balance in the study of Indian caste system? Discuss.

10 Marks 150 words Social Structure: b. Caste System

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