Publisher's Synopsis
A society may be defined as a cluster of people sharing the same social territory or geography, subject to the same authority and constantly involved in social interaction. It is characterized by a distinct set of cultures, beliefs and social institutions. Social science is concerned with the study of society and societal relationships. There are several sub-disciplines of social science, which study diverse aspects of society. Some of these are anthropology, political science, psychology, economics and sociology, among others. There are a number of interdisciplinary fields of social science like gender studies, international studies, demography, behavioral science, public administration, political economy, etc. This book brings forth some of the most innovative concepts and elucidates the unexplored aspects of the art and science of society. From theories to research to practical applications, case studies related to all contemporary topics of relevance to this field have been included herein. It is a resource guide for experts as well as students.
