Humanities & Social Sciences

Abhilash University is established by the Himachal Pradesh Government Vide AU (E&R) Act. It holds recognition from the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). Also, the university is approved by the AICTE and CCIM. Further, the university, ranked 850th in India in 2023.  Abhilash University's BA programme has a low-cost fee structure compared to other private universities. The Abhilashi University BA course fee is around INR 60,000. The university has an actiev placement cells that helps students to land on good compnies with good LPA. The top recruiters who visited the campus during Abhilashi University placements in recent years are IDS InfoTech Pvt Ltd, Just Dial, and PMFS Enterprize LLP. 

Hi,Transferring a PhD program from Lovely Professional University (LPU) to a central university is subject to various factors and procedures. Generally, transferring PhD programs between universities, particularly from a private to a central university, can be challenging due to differences in academic structures, research requirements, and regulations. First, the receiving central university must recognize the credits and research work completed at LPU. The central university’s PhD admission guidelines, academic policies, and research areas must align with the work already done. You would typically need to seek approval from both LPU and the central university’s academic committees, who will review your research progress, coursework, and the compatibility of the programs. Additionally, some universities may require you to go through their PhD admission process, even if you have partially completed your research.It's crucial to consult both universities' PhD departments and review their transfer policies for a clear understanding of the process.

The URATPG sociology syllabus is mentioned below: TopicsDescriptionIntroduction to SociologyDefinition, scope, and importance of SociologyRelationship of Sociology with other social sciences(Anthropology, Economics, Political Science, Psychology)Basic concepts: Society, community, association, institution, culture, social groupsClassical Sociological TheoriesContributions of key thinkers: Karl Marx: Class struggle, historical materialismÉmile Durkheim: Division of labour, social facts, suicideMax Weber: Bureaucracy, authority, Protestant ethic and spirit of capitalismEarly sociological traditions and their influenceIndian SocietyFeatures of Indian society: Diversity, unity, pluralismCaste system and social stratificationTribal societies in IndiaRural and urban communitiesGender issues and social reform movements in IndiaSocial Stratification and MobilityTheories of social stratification (functional and conflict perspectives)Caste, class, and statusSocial mobility: types and factors influencing mobilitySociology of Family, Marriage, and KinshipTypes of family: Nuclear, joint, extendedFunctions of family and changes in family structurePatterns of marriage and kinship in different societiesSociology of ReligionPower, authority, and legitimacy (Weber's theory of authority)State and civil societyTypes of political systems (democracy, authoritarianism, totalitarianism)Political participation, political parties, and social movementsEconomic SociologyRelationship between economy and societyWork, labour, and capitalismIndustrialisation and its impact on societyGlobalisation and economic changeUrban and Rural SociologyCharacteristics of rural and urban societiesUrbanisation and its social impactRural social structure, agrarian issues, and social movementsMigration and its social consequencesSociology of GenderPoverty, inequality, unemploymentCrime and devianceCommunalism, regionalism, casteism, and terrorismHealth, education, and sanitation issues in IndiaEnvironmental SociologySociety and environment: Theories and perspectivesEnvironmental movements and sustainabilityEnvironmental policies and their social implicationsClimate change and its impact on societyContemporary Sociological TheoriesStructuralism, post-structuralism, and post-modernismCritical theory, feminism, and intersectionalityGlobalisation and social theorySocial MovementsDefinition and types of social movements (revolutionary, reformist, etc.)Theories of social movementsSocial movements in India: Dalit movement, feminist movement, environmental movementPopulation StudiesDemographic theories and population studiesPopulation growth, migration, and urbanisationPopulation policies and family planningSociology of Health and MedicineHealth as a social phenomenonSociological perspectives on health and illnessHealthcare systems and inequality