Sociology for Law Students

Sociology for Law Students by Dr. S.R. Myneni is designed specifically for students of the five-year integrated law course. It introduces the fundamental concepts of sociology while explaining their relevance to law, legal institutions and the functioning of society.

The book covers the nature and scope of sociology, society and community, social groups and institutions, culture and socialisation, social control, social stratification and mobility, and theories of social change. It also examines important social institutions such as family, marriage, kinship and religion, along with the contributions of major sociological thinkers including Comte, Durkheim, Weber and Marx. Special attention is given to Indian social structure, social problems and the relationship between law and society.

Key Features:

• Specifically written for students of the five-year integrated law course
• Explains core sociological concepts in clear and accessible language
• Covers major sociological thinkers and theories
• Examines Indian social structure and social institutions
• Highlights the relationship between sociology, law, social control, and legislation
• Useful for understanding sociology in the context of legal studies