pyq/2023/sociology-optional-ii/3

(a) Contextualize Louis Dumont's concept of 'binary opposition' with reference to caste system in India. (20 marks)

(b) Define the concepts of 'Descent' and 'Alliance'. Differentiate between North Indian and South Indian Kinship systems with examples. (20 marks)

(c) Critically examine the concept of Sanskritization with suitable illustrations. (10 marks)