Question

Short notes on the development of sociology in india

Answer 1

Development of sociological thought in India .Famous French Philosopher Auguste Comte coined the term Sociology in the year 1839.....Sociology emerged as a separate academic discipline in Indian universities in the first half of 20th century.At the beginning it was associated with the Anthropology

Answer 2

Explanation:

The origin of sociology and social anthropology in India can be traced to the days when the British officials realized the need to understand the native society and its culture in the interest of smooth administration. However, it was only during the twenties of the last century that steps were taken to introduce sociology and social anthropology as academic disciplines in Indian universities.

The popularity that these subjects enjoy today and their professionalization is, however, a post-independence phenomenon. Attempts have been made by scholars from time to time to outline the historical developments, to highlight the salient trends and to identify the crucial problems of these subjects.

Sociology and social/cultural anthropology are cognate disciplines and are in fact indissoluble. However, the two disciplines have existed and functioned in a compartmentalized manner in the European continent as well as in the United States. This separation bears the indelible impress of western colonialism and Euro-centrism.