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Booklist for Sociology
Focusing on key books that will help you understand the subject thoroughly for the UPSC exam:
Sociology: Themes and Perspectives by Haralambos and Holborn
Great for understanding major sociological thinkers and their theories.
Sociology: A Global Introduction by Giddens
A simpler text to grasp global sociological concepts and thinkers.
Sociological Theory by Ritzer
Detailed coverage of sociological theories from classical to contemporary.
Indian Society: Institutions and Changes by Nitin Sangwan
Good for understanding Indian society in the context of sociology.
Social Change in Modern Society by M. N. Srinivas
Focuses on social change in the Indian context, useful for Paper 2 (Indian Society).
Social Problems in India by Ram Ahuja
Provides detailed insights into key social problems like caste, poverty, and education.
Indian Society by G. R. Madan
A classic text covering various aspects of Indian society, including family, religion, and caste.
Modernization of Indian Tradition by Yogendra Singh
Focuses on how traditional Indian society has evolved with modern influences.
Essentials of Sociology by Nitin Sangwan
Great for understanding Indian society from a sociological perspective, bridging theory and real-life examples.
Introduction to Sociology by C. N. Shankar Rao
A simple introductory book for understanding the basics of sociology.
Sociology for UPSC by Ram Ahuja
A specialized book for UPSC Sociology, covering both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Indian Society and Social Change by N. Jayaram
Focuses on social change and the transformation of traditional Indian structures.
Sociology NCERT Class 11
This gives an introduction to basic sociological concepts and Indian society.
Sociology NCERT Class 12
Further builds on the topics introduced in Class 11, particularly focusing on social change and Indian society.
The Hindu or The Indian Express
For staying updated on current affairs related to social issues.
Yojana Magazine
Regularly reads about social development topics relevant to Indian society.
This list is designed to give you a well-rounded understanding of sociology, covering both theoretical and practical aspects of the subject for the UPSC exam. Stick to a few core books and use other resources to supplement your study.
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