UPSC CSE Indian Society Index

👥 Indian Sociey Self Learning Modules

GS I

Salient Features

• Meaning and Scope of Indian Society
• Unity in Diversity
• Cultural Pluralism and Syncretism
• Tradition vs Modernity
• Continuity and Change

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Diversity of India

• Linguistic and Religious Diversity
• Ethnic and Racial Diversity
• Regional and Geographical Diversity
• Festivals, Customs, Traditions
• Diversity as Strength and Challenge

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Role of Women

• Status of Women: Historical to Modern
• Women’s Movement & Organizations
• Empowerment: Dimensions & Challenges
• Feminization of Agriculture
• Surrogacy: Social and Ethical Issues

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Gender Inequality

• Nature and Causes of Inequality
• Gender Inequality Index
• Patriarchy and Son Preference
• Declining Female Labour Participation
• Government Equality Initiatives

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Population Issues

• Population Growth Trends
• Demographic Dividend: Risks & Rewards
• National Population Policy
• Ageing Population Challenges
• Population Stabilization Measures

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Poverty & Development

• Concept and Measurement of Poverty
• Poverty vs Inequality
• Poverty Alleviation Strategies
• Inclusive Growth & Sustainability
• Human Development Indicators

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Urbanization

• Trends and Patterns in India
• Problems: Housing, Slums, Pollution
• AMRUT & HRIDAY Schemes
• Smart City Mission
• Urban Infrastructure Challenges

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Globalization

• Impact on Indian Society
• Homogenization vs Cultural Diversity
• Globalization and Inequality
• Role of Technology and Media
• Challenges of Globalization

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Social Empowerment

• Concept of Social Empowerment
• Empowerment of Marginalized Sections
• Education and Social Mobility
• Role of State and Civil Society
• Inclusive Policies and Social Justice

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Communalism & Secularism

• Communalism: Causes and Impact
• Role of Politics in Communalism
• Regionalism: Types and Aspirations
• National Integration
• Secularism: Constitutional Basis

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Migration & Caste

• Internal and International Migration
• Indian Diaspora
• Caste System: Origin and Features
• Caste and Social Inequality
• Affirmative Action and Reforms

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Family, Tribes & Sex Ratio

• Changing Patterns of Marriage
• Family Systems and Joint Family Decline
• Issues Related to Sex Ratio
• Tribes in India: Distribution & Problems
• PVTGs and Important Tribes

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