3. Introduction
The world sociology was coined by
August Comte, French Philosopher in
1839. he is considered as Father of
Sociology.
Word Sociology
The word Sociology is combination of two words:
“Socius” a Latin word which means Society.
“Logos” a Greek word which means study or
advanced study. So Sociology means science of
society or study of society.
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4. Definitions of Sociology
“Sociology is the study of Social Action.”
(Max Weber)
“Sociology is the study of social institutions.”
(Emile Durkheim)
“Sociology is the study of structure and function of
society.”
(Talcott Parsons)
“Sociology is the study of men interdependence.”
(Tima Sheff)
“Sociology is the study of social life.”
(Ogburn and Nimkoff)
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5. Subject Matter of Sociology
The study of society.
The science of social life.
The study of social relationships.
The study of human behaviour in groups.
The study of forms of social relationships.
The study of social actions.
The study of social groups and systems.
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6. Importance of Sociology
» Sociology makes a Scientific of Society.
» Sociology studies the role of the institutions in the
development of the Individual.
» The study of Sociology is indispensable for
understanding and planning of society.
» Sociology is of great importance in the solution of
social problems.
» Sociology has drawn our attention to the essential
worth and dignity of man.
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7. » Sociology has changed outlook with
regard to the problems of crime etc.
» Sociology has made great contribution to
enrich human culture.
» Sociology is of great importance in the
solution of international problems.
» Sociology is useful as a teaching subject.
» Sociology as a profession.
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