List of top Development and Labour Studies Questions on Sociology, Society and Social Sciences asked in CUET (PG)

Arrange the following in chronological order:
• [A.] The theory of the self, concept given by Mead
• [B.] Cognitive Theory of Development, concept given by Piaget
• [C.] Face-work, concept given by Goffman
• [D.] The Looking Glass Self, concept given by Cooley Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Urban migration patterns in India increasingly reflect circular and seasonal flows rather than permanent relocation. Reason (R): Poor housing rights, informal employment, and rural debt cycles restrict long-term urban settlement. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Social exclusion theory helps explain caste-based labour segmentation in India. Reason (R): Exclusion emphasizes relational barriers that prevent equal access to opportunities and resources. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

The statement, “The State is a relation of men dominating men, a relation supported by means of legitimate violence,” is given by:

Following are the basic characteristics of bureaucracy found in schools and colleges:
• [A.] Division of labour
• [B.] Hierarchy of authority is missing
• [C.] Written rules and regulations
• [D.] Employment based on technical qualifications Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Research shows that urban spaces in India reproduce caste hierarchy through residential segregation, occupational stratification, and exclusion from formal labour markets. What does this explain?

Studying of written, spoken or sign language practices in its social and political context is the subject matter of

____________________ is generally caused by a sudden crisis as loss and often includes temporary disasters, divorce or severe health problems.

According to August Comte, Society passes through three stages. Tick the correct order of stages-
(A). Positive
(B). Theological
(C). Industrial
(D). Primitive
(E). Metaphysical
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: