Trend Analysis of Sociology in RAS Mains (2013-2023)

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• 1️⃣ Syllabus-wise categorization of questions
• 2️⃣ Weightage trends over the years
• 3️⃣ Most frequently asked themes
• 4️⃣ Graphical representation of trends

Categorization of PYQs as per the Syllabus

Development of Sociological Thought in India

• "Name four classical Indian sociologists who have made pioneering contributions to Indian Sociology." (2016 Re-exam)
• "What is social thought?" (2018)
• "What do you understand by Secularism?" (2016)

Caste and Class in Indian Society: Nature, Origin, Functions & Challenges

• "How is caste traditionally associated with division of labour in society?" (2016 Re-exam)
• "How does the caste system represent segmental division of society?" (2023)
• "Which attributes have been given for dominant caste by M.N. Srinivas?" (2021)
• "Describe the characteristics of caste given by G.S. Ghurye." (2016 Re-exam)
• "Caste is an endogamous group. How?" (2018)
• "Differentiate between caste and class." (2016)
• "Why is the caste system an example of inequality?" (2021)

Processes of Change: Sanskritization, Westernization, Secularization, Globalization

• "What do you mean by the process of Sanskritization?" (2016 Re-exam)
• "What is De-Sanskritization?" (2018)
• "What are the changes brought by secularization in religion?" (2018)
• "What do you mean by Westoxication?" (2023)
• "What is Global Village?" (2021)
• "Mention the forms of Cultural Flow discussed by Arjun Appadurai regarding Global Society." (2023)

Most Repeated Themes in RAS Sociology (2013-2023)

• Caste & Class System: High Weightage
• Processes of Change: Sanskritization, Globalization
• Tribal Issues & Welfare: Frequent Topic
• Gender & Social Issues: Dowry, Child Marriage, Corruption

Graphs & Charts 📊 to Show Weightage Trends

Year-wise Weightage of Sociology Questions in RAS Mains

Observations:

• Sociology has maintained a stable weightage (6-7 questions per year).
2021 and 2023 had the highest number of questions, showing its importance in RAS Mains.

Comparison of Traditional vs. Emerging Themes Over the Years

Traditional vs. Emerging Themes in Sociology (RAS Mains 2013-2023)


• Traditional Topics: Caste, Class, Tribal Issues (Declining)
• Emerging Topics: Globalization, Social Justice, Digital Influence (Gaining Importance)
• Future Expectation: More focus on gender, digital society, and globalization's impact.

• 2013-2018: More factual, definition-based questions.
• 2021-2023: Shift toward analytical, conceptual questions.
Future Expectation: More application-based, policy-oriented, and case study-based sociology questions