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The UGC NET Sociology Paper II remains a rigorous yet enriching subject for postgraduate aspirants. With the latest syllabus effective from June 2019 onwards, here’s your updated roadmap to ace this exam:
Official Syllabus Source
You can download the latest Sociology syllabus PDF (English & Hindi) directly from the UGC’s official site—ensuring you're always in sync with the most accurate version.
Updated Unit-Wise Syllabus Overview
According to recent sources, the UGC NET Sociology syllabus comprises ten well-defined units, each essential for detailed preparation:
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Sociological Theory
- Classical traditions: Comte, Marx, Durkheim, Weber, Parsons, Merton
- Interpretative frameworks: Mead, Schutz, Goffman, Geertz
- Post-modern and critical perspectives: Said, Bourdieu, Foucault, Giddens
- Indian sociological thinkers: Ghurye, Srinivas, Irawati Karve, Ambedkar, Gandhi
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Research Methodology & Methods
- Qualitative vs Quantitative approaches
- Research design, hypothesis, sampling techniques
- Tools: surveys, interviews, case studies
- Basics of data analysis and reporting
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Basic Concepts & Institutions
- Key themes: society, culture, norms, values, identity, power, bureaucracy
- Institutions: family, marriage, kinship, religion, economy, polity
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Rural & Urban Transformations
- Rural sociology: agrarian structure, land relations, peasant movements
- Urban sociology: migration, urbanization, slums, urban planning
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State, Politics & Development
- State structures, governance, political parties, developmental paradigms
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Economy & Society
- Socioeconomic organization: work, labor, industrialization, informal sectors
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Environment & Society
- Environmental sociology, sustainable development, land use, ecological concerns
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Family, Marriage & Kinship
- Changing family forms, kinship systems, marriage trends, globalization effects
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Science, Technology & Society
- Technological impacts on social change, diffusion, digital society
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Culture & Symbolic Transformations
- Media, popular culture, symbols, identity politics, communalism
Why These Updates Matter
- This syllabus reflects the relevance of contemporary sociological debates such as digital society, environmental change, and symbolic culture that are increasingly part of exam themes.
- Topics like Science & Technology and Environment & Society indicate how sociological inquiries now bridge traditional theory with real-world issues.
How to Prepare Strategically
| Step | Strategy |
|---|---|
| 1. Download Syllabus | Get the official PDF and keep it handy for reference. |
| 2. Plan by Units | Tackle one unit at a time, e.g., Sociology Theory followed by Methods. |
| 3. Use PYQs & Mocks | Regularly practice with past papers and mocks aligned to this updated structure. |
| 4. Link Theory with Trends | Connect theorists (e.g., Giddens, Foucault) to modern social phenomena (e.g., digital culture, environment). |
| 5. Revise Smart | Use summary notes and charts for units like Institutions or Family & Kinship. |
| 6. Use ANSS Academy Mock Tests | Practice topical mocks to identify strong and weak areas. |
Final Takeaway
This unit-wise and updated syllabus framework gives Sociology aspirants an organized and insightful guide to the UGC NET Paper II exam. Focus your preparation, revisit key sociological theories, align them with contemporary social trends, and leverage mock practice for exam success.
