UPSC Sociology Optional 2023 Paper I Q.1D — Robert K Merton

upsc cse main — Sociology optional paper (2023), Paper I, Question 1D (10 marks, about 150 words).

Section: Section A | Type: Compulsory question

Syllabus mapping: Chapter 4 — Sociological Thinkers | Topic f — Robert K Merton.

Question: Is reference group theory a universally applicable model? Elucidate.

Section A

1.(d)

Is reference group theory a universally applicable model? Elucidate.

10 Marks 150 words 4. Sociological Thinkers f. Robert K Merton

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