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Academic Department Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh University Estd. 1887

Department of Sociology

Constituent Department of Allahabad University, Allahabad

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About Department of Sociology

Background, academic mission, and departmental profile

The department of Sociology started in June 2010. The main research thrusts of the department are Agrarian studies, Development studies, social movements, Subaltern studies and Sociology of Health and illness. Since its inception the department has conducted following academic and research activities:

Organized 2-days Symposium on ‘India – Post 1991’ organized by Indian Academy of Social Sciences, Allahabad & Dept. of Sociology, University of Allahabad, on 15-16th August 2010.

Organized a symposium on Child and Childhood Issues in Developing Countries: Some Insights from Brazil and India” on May 2, 2011.

Organized two days National Seminar on ‘Social Movement in Contemporary India: Issues and Concerns’ on 5th -6th Sept. 2011.

Procurement of reading the material in digital form for students of M.A. in Sociology relevant to the syllabus.

Faculty Type Postgraduate Teaching Department
Affiliation Allahabad University, Allahabad
Campus Location Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh

Programs & Courses Offered

Academic qualifications and certifications administered by this department

M.A

Offered at Allahabad University, Allahabad

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries about Department of Sociology

Where is the Department of Sociology located?

The Department of Sociology is an academic teaching department of Allahabad University, Allahabad, located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.

How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?

Admissions to courses offered by Department of Sociology are conducted as per Allahabad University, Allahabad guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.

What qualifications are awarded by Department of Sociology?

Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Allahabad University, Allahabad.