Description
This book examines the history of sociology in India. It delves into the origin, growth, and development of Sociology. It traces its trajectory alongside the nation's social, cultural, and intellectual landscape. The chapters examine the diverse strands of sociological thought, the evolving issues, and emerging trends across different regions and domains of Indian society. The chapters cover topics, such as the debates of colonialism and nationalism to the contemporary challenges of liberalization, globalization, and climate change. It engages with pressing issues from digital sociology, environmental movements, agrarian issues, political sociology, Dalit movement, indigenizing sociology, gerontology, and migration to gender studies and sustainable development from both theoretical and empirical perspectives. With its rich discussions, the book provides a key read for academics, students, policymakers as well as researchers in areas such as sociology, anthropology, gender studies, and development study.
Table of Contents
Digital Sociology Dawn and Development.- Sociology in North East India Beginning to Present.- Intricacies and Exigencies of Gerontological Care in India.- Environment Management through Youth Volunteerism A Study on Green Army Trivandrum.- Agency Regained Low End Job Gulf Migrants Middle Class and the Kerala Model.- Decoding the Contemporary Dynamics of Communalism A Critical Examination of Emerging Trends and Perspectives.
