Social Change: Definition, Functionalist Perspective and Factors

In this article we will discuss about social change:- 1. Definition of Social Change 2. Social Change: A Factionalist Perspective 3. Factors of Social Change.  Definition of Social Change: The dynamic quality inherent in the basic social processes leads us to the investigation of the problems of social change. We have seen that the basic… Continue reading Social Change: Definition, Functionalist Perspective and Factors

Marxian Explanation of Social Change

In this article we will discuss about the Marxian explanation of social change. According to Marx, social change occurs as a sequel to class struggle. The seeds of class struggle which generate change are found in the economic infra-structure of society. At the dawn of human history, when man used to live, in the words… Continue reading Marxian Explanation of Social Change

Top 8 Sociologist and their Contribution towards Sociology

In this article an attempt has been made to present briefly the seminal ideas of few pioneers who have contributed sociology. Pioneer # 1. Auguste Comte (1798-1857): August Comte’s important contribution to sociology was the positivist legacy which he left behind him. In his Course de philosophies positive, he propounded his positivist philosophy. It embraced… Continue reading Top 8 Sociologist and their Contribution towards Sociology