MSO-003 June 2017 Question Paper

Answer any five of the following questions in about 500 words each. All questions carry equal marks. Explain the ideas of Lewis Henry Morgan and Karl Marx on development and progress. Discuss the various perspectives of social change. Examine the major barriers to development. Critically examine the concept of sustainable development. What is dependency theory of … Read more

Bring out the debates revolving around large dams in India, with suitable examples.

Construction of large dams always faced resistance and criticism from local people, environmentalists and social activists. On the other side, some economists, engineers, agronomists and development planners are in favor of large dams. There are valid arguments and explanations for both sides. Effect on local people :- The main argument for those who are protesting against … Read more

How has the proliferation of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) affecting the nature of employment in India?

‘Information and Communication Technologies’ (ICT) created vast number of employment opportunities as well as took away some jobs. In India, ICTs enhanced the economic productivity across region and geographic location. It created new fields such as online banking, cyber security, mobile apps etc. The proliferation of ICTs brought outsourcing jobs to developing countries, thus benefited Indian economy. In … Read more

Write a note on the Green Peace Movement.

Green Peace movement started the tradition of ‘bearing witness’ in a non-violent manner to environmental exploitation. It was founded in 1971, and is working towards a green and peaceful future that follows sustainable development practices. Green Peace exposes global environmental problems and works to bring changes in government policies that threaten the natural world. It all … Read more

Critically examine the idea of sustainable development.

Sustainable development :- According to Brundtland commission’s report, “Our Common Future”. sustainable development is a development that takes care of the needs of present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The idea of sustainable development made us to reconsider the goals and strategies of development. This concept was … Read more