Theory of Variation
The theory of variation, also known as the theory of evolution, is a scientific explanation for how species have evolved and diversified over time.
Suchandra Chattopadhyay
Suchandra is a Ph.D. Research Scholar, at the Department of Sociology, Sidho-Kanho-Birsha University, West Bengal. Her interests lie in the Sociology of Culture and the Sociology of Gender. She has previously held positions at XamFit and Collegedunia.
Arranged Marriages in India
Arranged marriages in India are so common that there is a term for an unarranged marriage- a “love marriage” .
Transculturation
Transculturation is a process of cultural transition characterized by the emergence of a new cultural phenomenon.
Great Chain of Being
The "Great Chain of Being" is the term used in medieval culture to describe the hierarchical order of the natural world.
Social Structure
The concept of 'social structure' was first introduced by Herbert Spencer, in the latter half of the 19th century. He applied the “organic analogy” to the study of society.
Marriage Exchanges
The term marriage exchanges can be used to denote the payment of cash, gifts, or other valuables, in exchange for a bride or groom, or the exchange of women during a marital union.
Hypogamy
Hypogamy is a rule of marriage that is the exact opposite of hypergamy. American sociologist Robert K. Merton describes hypogamy as a case of “women marrying down”.
Bride Wealth
Bridewealth is the transfer of goods, cash, and other valuables that takes place during a marital union.
Ghost Marriage
Ghost marriage is a rare type of posthumous marriage between a living and a deceased person or a ghost. In some societies, marriage can even occur between two deceased persons.