Rural SociologyThe Book, Rural Sociology, Presents The Key Concepts Of Rural Sociology In The Form Of Evaluation And Analysis Made By Eminent Sociologists. For A Proper Understanding Of Rural Sociology As We Find It Today, A Thorough Study Is Very Essential. The First Chapter Presents A Clear Picture Of The Meaning And Definition Of Rural Sociology. The Subsequent Chapters Provide Valuable Informations Regarding Origin And Development Of Rural Sociology, Scope, Importance, Methods Of Study, Relations With Other Social Sciences, Rural Community, Peasant Community, Folk Society, Rural Society, Rural Religion, Festivals, Family, Joint Family, Marriage System, Caste System, Untouchability, Jajmani System, Hooka Group, Rural Leadership And Rural Economy. Further The Book Deals With Indian Rural Agricultural System, Rural Recreation, Rural Housing, Rural Politics, Social Education, Rural Reconstruction, C.D. Programme, Importance Of Co-Operatives, And Health Planning In India In Clear And Lucid Language.The Book Would Be Of Great Value For The Students, Teachers, Trainees, Agriculturists, Social Workers, Planners, Politicians And Common Readers. |
Contents
Rural Sociology | 1 |
Casteism in Indian Villages | 24 |
History of Rural Community in India | 35 |
Little Community and its Characteristics | 42 |
Peasant Culture | 50 |
The Village Community | 56 |
Sociological Importance of Village in India | 64 |
46 | 160 |
Village Life India and West | 229 |
Problems of Indian Rural Life | 244 |
50 | 251 |
Social Education | 261 |
Rural Reconstruction Movement in India | 271 |
Role of Community Development Programmes | 287 |
Bhoodan Movement | 310 |
Sarvodaya Movement | 317 |
Rural Factions | 175 |
29 | 183 |
30 | 189 |
Rural Economy | 199 |
Indian Rural Agricultural System | 208 |
Rural Housing in India | 217 |
Importance of Cooperatives in Rural Areas | 324 |
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Common terms and phrases
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