1. Introduction to Sociology

 Content: This chapter introduces sociology as a discipline, explaining its scope, significance, and how it differs from other social sciences. It discusses the importance of studying society scientifically.

 Objective: Understand the definition, nature, and scope of sociology and its relevance in analyzing human society.

 2. Understanding Society

 Content: The chapter explores what constitutes a society, examining its structure, elements, and various types of societies throughout history, such as tribal, agrarian, and industrial societies.

 Objective: Learn about the different kinds of societies and their evolution over time, focusing on their social structures and characteristics.

 3. Social Institutions

 Content: Social institutions such as family, marriage, religion, education, and economy are discussed in this chapter, highlighting their roles in shaping society.

 Objective: Understand the various social institutions and their functions in maintaining social order and continuity.

 4. Social Processes

 Content: This chapter covers the fundamental social processes like cooperation, competition, conflict, accommodation, and assimilation, which influence human interactions and social relationships.

 Objective: Learn about the key social processes and how they impact social interactions and the functioning of societies.

 5. Culture and Society

 Content: The relationship between culture and society is explored, focusing on the elements of culture, such as norms, values, beliefs, and symbols. It also addresses cultural diversity and cultural change.

 Objective: Understand the concept of culture, its components, and its influence on human behavior and societal development.

 6. Social Stratification

 Content: This chapter examines the hierarchical arrangement of individuals in society based on factors such as class, caste, race, and gender. It explores how stratification affects access to resources and opportunities.

 Objective: Understand the concept of social stratification and its forms, as well as the consequences of unequal distribution of resources in society.

 7. Social Problems

 Content: The chapter discusses various social problems such as poverty, unemployment, illiteracy, gender discrimination, and crime, analyzing their causes, effects, and possible solutions.

 Objective: Gain insight into the major social problems affecting societies and their impact on individuals and communities.

 8. Social Change and Social Movements

 Content: This chapter focuses on the processes of social change, including technological advancements, globalization, and modernization. It also highlights the role of social movements in bringing about change, such as women’s rights, environmental, and civil rights movements.

 Objective: Understand the dynamics of social change and the importance of social movements in influencing societal transformation.