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Master of Arts in Sociology

IGNOU Master of Arts in Sociology study materials, notes and PDFs.

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About Master of Arts in Sociology (MSO)

Master of Arts in Sociology (MSO) is a postgraduate programme offered by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) through open and distance learning. The duration listed for it is 2 Years. Eligibility, fees, admission dates and the current syllabus can change from session to session, so please confirm them on the official IGNOU website before you apply or plan your exams.

On this page we have listed 9 subjects of Master of Arts in Sociology, with 62 study-material PDFs you can open or download without logging in. The list below starts with MSO, MSOE01, MSOE02.

How to study MSO with these materials

  1. Open your subject below and read the blocks in order. Each block is split into units, so finish one unit and write a short summary in your own words before moving on.
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  4. In the last weeks before the term-end exam, revise from your own notes and re-read only the units you found difficult. See our exam preparation guide and the date sheet page.

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Subjects & Study Materials

1

MSO

MSO

1 PDFsPYQ
MSO Block-1: Block 1
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MSOE01

MSOE01

8 PDFsPYQ
MSOE01 Block-1: Perspective and Theories on Education
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MSOE01 Block-2: Pedagogy, Curriculum and Knowledge
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MSOE01 Block-3: Education, Social Processes and Institutions
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MSOE01 Block-4: Education, Social and Human Development
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MSOE01 Block-5: Educational Systems: Comparative Perspectives
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MSOE01 Block-6: Educational System in India
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MSOE01 Block-7: Education, Globalisation and Liberalisation
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MSOE01 Block-8: Open Distance Learning: Emerging Facts
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MSOE02

MSOE02

6 PDFsPYQ
MSOE02 Block-1: Understanding Diaspora
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MSOE02 Block-2: Journey of the Indian Diaspora
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MSOE02 Block-3: The Profile of the Indian Diaspora
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MSOE02 Block-4: Indian Diaspora: Linkages and Policies
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MSOE02 Block-5: India and Indian Diaspora: Images and Perceptions
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MSOE02 Block-6: Identity, Nation, State and Transnational Communities
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MSOE03

MSOE03

7 PDFsPYQ
MSOE03 Block-1: Definitions and Approaches
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MSOE03 Block-2: Classical Theories
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MSOE03 Block-3: Ethnographic Studies of Religion
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MSOE03 Block-4: Contemporary Theories
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MSOE03 Block-5: Religious Pluralism
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MSOE03 Block-6: Religion Social Change
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MSOE03 Block-7: Religious Revivalism: New Movements and Cults
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MSOE04

MSOE04

8 PDFsPYQ
MSOE04 Block-1: Concepts
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MSOE04 Block-2: Urban Ecological Processes and Theories
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MSOE04 Block-3: Indian Cities: Case Studies
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MSOE04 Block-4: Urban Sociology in India
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MSOE04 Block-5: Urbanisation and It’s Impact
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MSOE04 Block-6: City and Occupations: Coparative Perspectives (Case Studies)
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MSOE04 Block-7: Urban Issues in India
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MSOE04 Block-8: Urban Governance
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Research Methods and Statistics

MSO02

8 PDFsPYQ
MSO02 Block-1: Approaches to Understanding Social Reality
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MSO02 Block-2: Philosophical Foundations of Social Research
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MSO02 Block-3: Contemporary Perspectives
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MSO02 Block-4: Types, Methods and Design of Research
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MSO02 Block-5: Quantitative Methods
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MSO02 Block-6: Survey Research
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MSO02 Block-7: Qualitative Research Methods and Techniques
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MSO02 Block-8: Data Analysis and Presentation of Research Findings
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Sociological Theories and Concepts

MSO01

8 PDFsPYQ
MSO01 Block-1: Approaching Sociological Theory
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MSO01 Block-2: Social Structure as a Sociological Concept
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MSO01 Block-3: Understanding Power
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MSO01 Block-4: Theory of Capitalism
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MSO01 Block-5: State and Society
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MSO01 Block-6: The Contemporary Issues of Ethnicity and Identity
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MSO01 Block-7: Theories of Social Satisfaction
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MSO01 Block-8: Issues of Modernity
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Sociology of Development

MSO03

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MSO03 Block-1: The Concepts of Development
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MSO03 Block-2: Perspectives on Development
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MSO03 Block-3: Critics of Development
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MSO03 Block-4: Approaches to Sustainable Development
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MSO03 Block-5: Comparative Experience of Development
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MSO03 Block-6: Globalisation
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MSO03 Block-7: Information and Communication Technologies
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MSO03 Block-8: Development, Displacement and Social Movements
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Urban Sociology

MSO04

8 PDFsPYQ
MSO04 Block-1: Emergence of Sociology in India
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MSO04 Block-2: Perspectives on Caste
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MSO04 Block-3: Perspective on Family, Marriage and Kinship
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MSO04 Block-4: Perspective on Class, Caste and Gender
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MSO04 Block-5: Perspective on Tribes in India
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MSO04 Block-6: Perspective on Religion
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MSO04 Block-7: Dynamics of Social Processes
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MSO04 Block-8: Perspective on Social Movements
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Course Info

Programme
Master of Arts in Sociology
Code
MSO
Level
PG
Duration
2 Years
Subjects
9 subjects
PDFs
62 available

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Frequently asked questions about MSO

Where can I download free study material for IGNOU MSO?

You can download free study material for IGNOU MSO on IGNOUStudy (ignoustudy.online). All notes, assignments and PDFs are available for free — no login required.

How many subjects are there in IGNOU MSO?

IGNOU MSO has 9 subjects with 62 study materials available for download on IGNOUStudy.

Is IGNOU MSO available through distance learning?

Yes, IGNOU Master of Arts in Sociology is offered through distance learning mode by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). The duration of the programme is 2 Years.