Sociology of Education — DU B.A (hons) Socialogy Previous Year Question Papers

What is Sociology of Education and how does it differ from Educational Sociology ? How does the study of the sub-discipline help us to theorize and understand different social role and impact of education in society ? Discuss the paradoxical role of education in modernization, development and social reproduction. 3. How far you agree with Michael Apple view that textbooks are not neutral delivery systems rather political products shaped by power, economic interests, and social conflict ? Give reasons. 4. Discuss the changing ideals of education in India as reflected in different National Policies since Independence. 5. Do you agree that higher education in India has functioned as a catalyst for social emancipation and social justice in contemporary times ? Give reasons for agreement or disagreement. 6. Highlight some of the major transformations the fourth industrial revolution has brought in contemporary education. 7. Write short notes on (any two) : (a) Neoliberal globalization and gendered segregation in Choice of Subjects in higher education. (b) Forms of capital and educational-social reproduction (c) Ideology, Hidden curriculum and learning to be Backward.