CSS Sociology Past Paper 2007
PART-II (Subjective) 80 Marks
Attempt ONLY FOUR Questions from PART-II. (20×4)
PART-II
Q.2 Individual is a product of society and culture. Different methods of socialization lead to a variety of building norms and values in the personality of individuals. Discuss:
(a) The relationship of individual, society, and culture.
(b) Different methods of socialization.
(c) The variation exemplified due to different methods of socialization in norms and values.
Q.3 What major contributions were made by Emile Durkheim and Max Weber to the understanding of society theoretically? How far can the two theories be taken relevant today?
Q.4 A research design is a roadmap for investigation. Discuss the major decisions a researcher makes in designing a study. While discussing decisions, identify a research problem with reference to which the design has been envisaged.
Q.5 Discuss the class structure of Pakistani society with special reference to:
(a) The influence of the class structure at the time of independence.
(b) The determinants of social mobility.
(c) The feudal system.
Q.6 Political thinkers in Pakistan lament that man in the street is alienated. Do you agree with the statement, and if you agree, give reasons. Discuss:
(a) The nature of alienation.
(b) Integration.
(c) Integrative patterns in Pakistan.
Q.7 Write a comprehensive note (with an outline) on any three of the following:
(a) Incentives and inhibitions to social and cultural change in Pakistan.
(b) Rural-Urban convergence and the future of cities in Pakistan.
(c) The nature and genesis of social institutions with special reference to political institutions.
(d) Demographic transitions identifying the stage in Pakistan.
Q.8 In the light of theoretical perspectives (Hegel, Marx, Coser, Mills), explain the true nature of conflict. Discuss the various forms of pervasive conflict in Pakistani society.