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The scope of sociological study is extremely wide. It can focus its analysis of interactions between individuals such as that of a shopkeeper with a customer, between teachers and students, between two friends or family members. It can likewise focus on national issues such as unemployment or caste conflict or the effect of state policies on forest rights of the tribal population or rural indebtedness. Or examine global social processes such as: the impact of new flexible labour regulations on the working class; or that of the electronic media on the young; or the entry of foreign universities on the education system of the country. What defines the discipline of sociology is therefore not just what it studies (i.e. family or trade unions or villages) but how it studies a chosen field.

A study of village does not only mean the study of different social group but, it also includes _____.

study of the society in its entirety along with studying its link with outside world

The correct answer is Option (3) → study of the society in its entirety along with studying its link with outside world.

Here's why:

• Studying the society in its entirety: A comprehensive study of a village goes beyond just identifying different social groups. It delves into their interactions, power dynamics, economic activities, cultural practices, and overall way of life.
• Studying the link with the outside world: Villages are not isolated entities. They interact with other villages, towns, and cities through trade, migration, communication, and exposure to external influences. Analyzing these connections is crucial to understanding the village's development and dynamics.