While preparing for UPSC CSE optional subject play a significant role. Here are some useful tips to prepare for Sociology.
Nisha Yadav
Sociology is generally considered to be one of the most non-technical scoring subjects and this is one of the main reasons for its popularity in the Mains exam.
Books to Start with
Start sociology preparation by reading ‘Sociology: Themes and Perspectives’ by Haralambos and Holborn. This book will provide you with a basic understanding of sociology.
Overlapping Syllabus
The syllabus of Sociology optional overlaps with GS Paper I, II, III, IV. So, cover these topics on priority basis in detail.
Cover Thinkers
There are six thinkers you must cover namely, Emile Durkheim, Karl Marx, Talcott Parsons, Max Weber, Herbert Mead, and Robert Merton. All the theories must be covered in detail and thoroughly.
Limited Resources
Avoid reading multiple books for same topic, even if you are doing so then take notes of the same so that it will be easier for you to revise.
Answer Writing
As the optional papers are descriptive type in nature, it is important to learn how to write for sociology optional. So, practice answer writing for each and every topic.
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