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Religion And Indian Society: A Sociological Perspective, Is A Collection Of Twelve Essays Written By Prof. Venugopal On Different Facets Of Religion In Indian Society. Recent Developments In Indian Society Such As The March Of Secularism, Growth In Science And Technology And Modernization Of Economic And Political Spheres Have Not Marginalized The Religion. There Are Several Socio-Cultural Problems Which Need To Be Tackled Effectively By Our Religions And Spirituality Only. Hence, The Religions In India Such As Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism And Zoroastrianism Have Provided Not Only An Integral Frame Work For Large Groups Of People But Also Offered Solutions To The Vexation Of Mind And Spirit. Besides The Religious Impulse Has Stimulated Not Only Routine Activities But Also Special Pursuits. The Religious Impulse Has Been Predominant. Even Today There Are Many Prominent Personalities In The Country Who Have Kept Alive The Religious Inheritance. These Essays Which Deal With The Role Of Charisma In Religious Life, Bhakti Reform, Conceptualization Of Hinduism And Pluralism, Social Stratification Pioneers In Indian Society, Etc., Are Sure To Provide New Insights Into The Relationship Between Religions And Society. These Essays Are Concise, Clearly Written And Stimulate Discussion. In Sum, The Book Presents An Optimistic Outlook Which Regards Religion (In Spite Of Its Contemporary Aberration ) As A Vital Force For The Survival Of The Indian Society., Prof. C.N. Venugopal, Has Been Teaching Sociology Since 1971 At The Centre For The Study Of Social Systems, Jnu, New Delhi. His Qualifications Include M. A. With Distinction (University Of Mysore) And Ph. D (Jnu). He Has Not Only Been A Distinguished Teacher But Has Also Successfully Guided A Number Of Students Writing Their M. Phil Dissertations And Ph. D Theses. His Previous Publications Include Ideology And Society In India: Sociological Essays And Sociology For Law Students. (Co-Authorship With Prof. T.K. Oommen), Content:- Preface Acknowledgments G. S. Ghurye On Culture And Nation-Building Indian Caste Structure Charisma, Tradition And Innovation In Indian Society: An Exploration Understanding Social Change: Writings Of G. S. Ghurye, D.P. Mukerji And Radhakamal Mukerjee The Role Of Asceticism In IndiaS Nation-Building: A Sociological Perspective Religions And Social Stratification In India Approaches To The Study Of Religion G. S. GhuryeS Sociology Or Religion: An Enquiry Into Selected Aspects Hinduism In India: A Way Of Life And More Hinduism And Plural Process In India The Bhakti Sects In Indian Society: The Guru-Shishya Relationship Religion And Social Change In India: The Reformist Sects General Bibliography Index.