MSOMaster’s Degree Programme in Sociology First Year M.A. Sociology Assignment July 2013 and January 2014 sessions Assignment for the Core Courses: MSO-001: Sociological Theories and Concepts MSO-002: Research Methodologies and Methods MSO-003: Sociology of Development MSO-004: Sociology in India FACULTY OF SOCIOLOGY SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY MAIDAN GARHI, NEW DELHI-110 068 you can write down the final version for submission. 003. There are 10 questions in each assignment. 002. Give adequate attention to the introduction and conclusion. to analyse and to critique. to describe. If possible. The Study Centre has to send the marks to the SR&E Division at IGNOU. The Coordinator of the Study Centre allotted to you You must obtain a receipt from the Study Centre for the assignments submitted and retain it. with two sections. 2014 To be sent To. and to ensure that you know and are able to write over a topic systematically and coherently. 2) Organization: Be selective and analytical before drawing up a rough outline of your answer. 3) Presentation: Once you are satisfied with your answer. Wishing you all the best Programme Coordinator MA Sociology Faculty of Sociology School of Social Sciences IGNOU. 004/AST/TMA/2013-2014 ASSIGNMENTS Dear Student We have explained in the Programme Guide for the Master’s Degree Programme in Sociology (MA Sociology) that you would have to complete one Tutor Marked Assignment TMAs) for each of the courses. Admission Cycle For students admitted in July 2013 Batch For students admitted in January 2014Batch Date of Submission 31st March. In these assignments there are some broad descriptive and analytical questions. Make some points regarding each question and then rearrange them in a logical order. Remember you are encouraged only to share each other’s ideas and not to copy answers at all. we have included several types of questions to sharpen your ability. The Study Centre will have to return the assignments to you after they are evaluated.Course Code: MSO Assignment Code: MSO-001. In case of short question worth 10 marks it should be within 250 words each. In each section there are five questions. go through the units on which they are based. 2014 30th September. Please insist on this. keep a xerox copy of the assignments with you. In these assignments. Write each answer neatly and underling the points you with to emphasize. It could be advisable to have a group discussion on the questions with your co-learners and the Academic Counsellors in the Study Centres before you attempt these assignments. It is important that you write answers to all questions in your own words. Group discussion and constant practice of writing answers to assignment questions will help you to write better answers to questions in the term-end examination. New Delhi – 110 068 2 . Make sure that the answer is within the stipulated word limit. Your answers for a broad question worth 20 marks should be within the approximate range of 500 words each. New Delhi. Some Tips for Doing Assignments You will find it useful to keep the following points in mind while doing the assignments: 1) Planning: Read the assignments carefully. Critically examine the concept of Alienation. Discuss the concept of Social Structure as a model. Describe the characteristic features of Civil Society and its significance in democracy. 10. Merton and Talcott Parsons. Section 1 Answer the following questions in about 500 words each Marks 1. 7.Indira Gandhi National Open University Core Course in M. Discuss the debate between Kinsley Davis – Wilbert Moore and Tumin on the issue of social inequality. Discuss the relevance and limitation of gender perspective to study the social inequality. 8. 2. Sociology MSO-001: Sociological Theories and Concepts Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) Maximum Marks: 100 Weightage: 30% Programme Code: MSO Course Code: MSO-001 Assignment Code: MSO-001/AST/TMA/2013-14 Answer five questions. Section 2 Answer the following questions in about 500 words each 6. What are the major tenents of functionalism? According to R. 4. Discuss the functional perspective on social stratification. Delineate the role of Concept and Theory in sociological analysis. Discuss the contribution of Joseph Schumpeter to the study of entrepreneurship in society. 5.K.A. Attempt at least two questions from each section. 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 3 . 9. . Discuss Malinowski’s Scientific Theory of Culture. 3. 2.A. Open and distance learning as a means of empowerment of the socially excluded and marginalized people in India. 4 . 1. Section. While writing the report spell out clearly the objectives and the problems of the study and problematise the issue within the existing/available literature. 25 50 50 3. 25 5. elaborate your observations. Discuss the participatory approach to social research. 25 3. What is survey research? Prepare a research design of survey on use of mobile phone by rural youth.B Write a research report on any one of the following topics in about 3000 words. finding and conclusion coherently. Sociology MSO-002: Research Methodologies and Methods Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) Maximum Marks: 100 Weightage : 30% Programme Code: MSO Course Code : MSO-002 Assignment Code: MSO-002/AST/TMA/2013-14 Marks Answer questions from both the sections. or data collected from the primary sources. Use of internet in sociological research. Explain the nature and scope of quantitative methods of data analysis in sociological research. For the primary source you are to collect two case studies and write a report on the selected topic in a comparative framework. and make proper referencing at the end. Discuss the contribution of Alfred Schutz to the understanding of social reality. 1. Section. For review of literature you are to select either two books or four research articles published recently on the selected topic of your choice. Write a review article focusing on the location of the study. You can write this report based either on review of literature. What is ‘Hermeneutics’? Explain with reference to the contribution of Jorgen Habermas. 50 25 2.Indira Gandhi National Open University Core Course in M. Impact of mobile phones on social relationships. 25 4. methodology followed and the main findings of these studies.A Answer any two of the following questions. Compare and contrast it with conventional research methodology. Discuss the basic challenges that confront it. What do you understand by ‘Knowledge Society’? Discuss the nature and extent of digital divide in knowledge society. 2. 4. 5. 7. Write short notes on each of the following in about 250 words: a) Indigenous knowledge and biopiracy b) The Gyandoot Project in India 20 20 20 10+10 5 . Sociology MSO-003: Sociology of Development Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) Maximum Marks: 100 Weightage: 30% Programme Code: MSO Course Code: MSO-003 Assignment Code: MSO-003/AST/TMA/2013-14 Section –I Answer at least two questions in about 500 words each from this section. 10. Marks 1. Discuss the major ecological concerns in development projects. Is development gender neutral? Critically examine. 3.A. Discuss the impact of globalization on labour welfare. 9. Explain the significance of khadi and village industries from Gandhian perspective. Critically discuss the Marxian perspective on development. 8. Discuss the social consequences of construction of large dams. 6 Explain the major objectives of the People’s Science Movement.Indira Gandhi National Open University Core Course in M. Discuss the critical concerns in politics of population control. 20 20 20 20 20 Section 2 Answer at least two questions in about 500 words each from this section. A. 9. Identify the features of Indian village. 7. Section-II 6. 4. Examine various perspectives on family in India. 10. Describe the socio-historical background of industrialization in India. 3. 8.Indira Gandhi National Open University Core Course in M. Sociology MSO-004: Sociology in India Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) Maximum Marks: 100 Weightage: 30% Programme Code: MSO Course Code: MSO-004 Assignment Code: MSO-004/AST/TMA/2013-14 Answer any five questions selecting at least two from each of the sections. Explain how urbanizaiton affectes position of women in society. Discuss the process of the rise of Middle Class in India. What do you understand by tribe-caste continuum? How are social movements related to social conflict? Discuss 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 6 . 2. 5. Discuss the colonial perspectives on the Caste. What is Secularism? Distinguish between Secularism and Secularization. Discuss the kinship system of South India. Your answers should be in about 500 words each. Marks Section-I 1.