SOC 261 - Regional Studies: India

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

SOCIOLOGY

Description:

An inter-disciplinary course examining the history, religions, geography, politics, art, music, economics, social structure and customs of India. Provides students with an understanding of the complex forces that have shaped one of the oldest and most diverse cultures on earth. Special attention is given to ethnic/religious strife, the role of women, and the emergence of India as an economic power in the 21st Century. Dual listed as SOC 261. Course Objectives (1) Locate and identify on a blank map the major countries, cities, bodies of water and geographical features of South Asia. (2) Examine aspects of Indian culture (e.g., the caste system) in historical perspective, evaluating the impact of traditional influences on modern day Indian life. (3) Evaluate the positive and negative impact on India of the British East India Company and British colonialism. (4) Compare and contrast the major religions of India. (5) Analyze the historical and religious roots of current political relationships between India and other countires in the region. (6) Illustrate the differences between India and Western world views using supporting evidence from concrete experiential examples.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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