

In the NCERT Sociology book Understanding Society (Class 11, Chapter – “Indian Sociologists”), you explore the contributions of major Indian sociologists like G.S. Ghurye, D.P. Mukerji, and M.N. Srinivas. You understand how they studied Indian society through caste, village, and tribal research.
You examine key concepts such as Sanskritisation, dominant caste, and the relationship between tradition and modernity. These ideas help you analyze social change within the Indian context.
This chapter strengthens your analytical and research skills by encouraging you to evaluate Indian social realities critically. It enhances your reading, writing, and observation skills while building cultural sensitivity and ethical awareness about diversity in Indian society.