Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Introducing Indian Society

Question:

Which of the following statements are 'true' for Sociology?

A. Sociology teaches us how to see the world from many vantage points
B. Sociology analysis requires us to rely on commonsensical observation
C. Sociology helps us to 'unlearn' what we already know about society.
D. Sociology helps us to unravel the connection between individual and society

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

A, B, C only

B, C, D only

A, C, D only

B, D, A only

Correct Answer:

A, C, D only

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → A, C, D only

A. Sociology teaches us how to see the world from many vantage points (True): Sociology encourages us to consider social factors, historical contexts, and cultural influences that shape our experiences. It goes beyond personal perspectives.

B. Sociology analysis requires us to rely on commonsensical observation (False): Sociology goes beyond casual observation. It uses systematic research methods like surveys, interviews, and data analysis to understand social phenomena.

C. Sociology helps us to 'unlearn' what we already know about society (True): Our everyday understanding of society may be shaped by biases or limited information. Sociology challenges these assumptions and provides a more nuanced understanding.

D. Sociology helps us to unravel the connection between individual and society (True): Sociology examines how social structures, institutions, and cultures influence individual lives and vice versa.