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Terms, Concepts and their Use in Sociology — Chapter Summary

CBSE · Class 11 · Sociology

Summary of Terms, Concepts and their Use in Sociology for CBSE Class 11 Sociology. Part of the CBSE Class 11 Sociology syllabus.

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Overview

Sociology uses special terms because everyday words do not always explain social life clearly. Social institutions are familiar, yet they are often hard to see in a precise way. Sociology therefore studies society through concepts such as group, stratification, status, role, and social control. The

Key Concepts

Sociology studies society through specialised terms

Sociology studies society through specialised terms because familiar social life can hide its structure and meaning. Concepts work like tools for unde

Aggregates are collections of people who

Aggregates are collections of people who are in the same place at the same time but share no definite connection with one another. Passengers at a sta

A quasi group is an aggregate

A quasi group is an aggregate or combination that lacks structure or organisation, and its members may be unaware, or less aware, of the existence of

A primary group is a small

A primary group is a small group of people connected by intimate and face-to-face association and cooperation. Family, village, and groups of friends

Secondary groups are relatively large

Secondary groups are relatively large in size and maintain formal and impersonal relationships. Schools, government offices, hospitals, and students'

Learning Objectives

  • Understand why sociology needs special terms and concepts
  • Distinguish between aggregates, quasi groups, primary groups, and secondary groups
  • Explain the difference between community and society or association
  • Identify in-groups, out-groups, reference groups, and peer groups
  • Understand social stratification and the four historical systems: slavery, caste, estate, and class

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Terms, Concepts and their Use in Sociology for CBSE Class 11 Sociology?
Key topics in Terms, Concepts and their Use in Sociology include Why Sociology Uses Special Terms, Social Groups: Aggregate, Quasi Group, Primary Group, Secondary Group, Community, Society or Association, In-Group and Out-Group, Reference Group and Peer Group. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Terms, Concepts and their Use in Sociology for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 75 practice questions on Terms, Concepts and their Use in Sociology. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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