TRIPURA UNIVERSITY

( A Central University)

Dept: School of Education

Presentation topic: Meaning of Social Science, Branches of Social Science. Explain any one Branch of
Social Science.
Present by : JALAL MIAH
Roll : 232700012 (53)
Paper : Understanding Disciplines And Subject ( C5)
With the Supervision of : Ma’am Sophia Darlong.
2023
What is Social Science ?

Social science is a field of study that explores various aspects of

human society and social relationships. It encompasses disciplines like
sociology, psychology, anthropology, economics, political science, and
more,

Its aiming to understand human behavior, interactions, societal

structures, and the mechanisms that shape our communities and cultures.
Different branches of social science

 01.Sociology: The study of society, social interactions, and institutions,

aiming to understand social behaviors, structures, and cultures.
 02.Psychology: The scientific study of the human mind and behavior,
exploring cognitive processes, emotions, personality, and mental health.
 03.Anthropology: Investigates human societies, cultures, and their
development, studying cultural diversity, origins, social norms, and
traditions.
 04.Economics: Examines production, distribution, and consumption of
goods and services, as well as the behavior of individuals, firms, and
governments in economic systems. Political Science: Focuses on the theory
and practice of politics, analyzing governmental systems, political
behavior, power relations, and public policies.
Different branches of social science

 05.Political Science: Focuses on the theory and practice of politics,

analyzing governmental systems, political behavior, power relations, and
public policies.
 06.Geography: Studies the Earth’s landscapes, environments, and their
impact on human activities, including human-environment interactions
and spatial patterns.
 07.History: History explores past events, societies, and civilizations, aiming to
understand their development, evolution, and impact on current societies.
Different branches of social science

 08.Communication Studies: Communication studies focus on the processes

of human communication. It encompasses various forms of
communication, media studies, rhetoric, interpersonal communication,
and the influence of media on society.
 09.Archaeology: Archaeology studies human history through the analysis
of material remains such as artifacts, structures, and other physical
evidence. It aims to reconstruct and understand past cultures,
technologies, and lifestyles.
 10.Criminology: Criminology investigates crime, its causes, effects, and
societal responses. It explores theories of criminal behavior, law
enforcement, the justice system, and strategies for crime prevention.
Political Science As A Part Of Social
Science.

Political science is a branch of social science that focuses on the theory and practice of politics,
governance, and political systems. It explores various aspects of political behavior, institutions, power
dynamics, and public policies. Here are some key areas within political science:
Political Theory: Examines the fundamental principles and concepts underlying political systems,
governance, and societal organization.
Comparative Politics: Compares different political systems, institutions, and practices across
countries and regions to understand similarities, differences, and patterns.
International Relations: Studies interactions between countries, addressing issues such as diplomacy,
conflict, cooperation, international organizations, and global politics.
Public Administration and Policy: Focuses on the implementation and analysis of government
policies, public services, and administrative systems.
Political Science As A Part Of Social
Science.

Political Economy: Integrates economic principles into the study of politics,

analyzing how political institutions and policies influence economic outcomes
and vice versa. It explores issues such as wealth distribution, economic
development, and the impact of policies on markets.
Policy Studies: Focuses on the analysis, formulation, and evaluation of public
policies. It examines how policies are developed, implemented, and their
impact on society, addressing areas such as education, healthcare,
environment, and more.
Political Sociology: Studies the relationship between politics and society,
exploring how social structures, identities, and cultural norms influence
political behavior, institutions, and policies.