An Introduction to Social Anthropology (English Medium)

This is a highly useful textbook for IAS examinees. Social Antropology is a compulsory paper not only for the students of Central Services, but also for the students of anthropology and sociology. The book covers all aspects of social anthropology, keeping in view the requirements of students. Field methods in anthropology, definition of hypothesis and methodology, etc., have also been explained.

Meaning and Scope of Anthropology and Its Main Branches
Emergence of Man–Biological Evolution
Cultural Evolution : Broad Outlines of Prehistoric Cultures
Concepts of Community, Society and Culture
Marriage and Family in Primitive Societies
Kinship System
Economic Anthropology
Political Anthropology
Anthropology of Religion
Medical Anthropology
Development Anthropology Anthropology and the Contemporary Societies
Field Work and Field Work Traditions in Anthropology.