ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD

(Department of Pakistan Studies)

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Course: Social Change (541) Semester: Spring, 2023
Level: M.Sc

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Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 40

ASSIGNMENT No. 1
Unit (1-4)
Q.1 Discuss ‘Functional Theory of Change’ and compare it with ‘Functional Analysis
of change’ argue your answer in light of Talcott Parsons & Francesca Cancion
readings. (20)
Q.2 Write short notes on the following: (20)
a) The Evolution of Societies.
 b) The life Cycle of Cultures.
Q.3 Critically analyse Spengler’s views about the ‘Age Phase of Culture’ i.e.
Childhood’ youth’ manhood and old age. (20)
Q.4 Define theory of social conflict and theory of social change in light of Ralf
Dahrendore and Lewis A. Coser’s readings. (20)
Q.5 What do you know about Neo-Evolutionist approach? Discuss it in light of julian
H. Steward research. (20)

Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 40

ASSIGNMENT No. 2
Unit (5-9)

Q.1 Discuss the ‘Theory of Societal Guidance’ keeping in view the Amitai Etzioni
reading. (20)
Q.2 Write short notes on the following: (20)
a) Structure of the Ruling Class
b) Change and Stratification Systems

Q.3 What do you know about the Educational Revolution? Discuss it in light of Peter F.
explain it with examples. (20)
Q.4 Discuss the theory of Modernization and Motivational Aspects of Development
and explain it with examples. (20)
Q.5 Define the terms ‘Innovation’ Discovery, Invention and Cultural Setting, and argue
your answer in light of Ralph Linton reading. (20)