Chapter 1

अनुक्रमणिका

The 'अनुक्रमणिका' or 'Index' section provides a detailed outline of the textbook 'भारत की सामाजिक समस्याएँ' (Social Problems in India), published by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota. This section lists all the units (इकाई) and sub-units, along with their respective page numbers, giving students an overview of the topics covered in the book. The content is divided into three major sections: 1. Section I: Social Problems and Deviance – covering concepts, types, nature, causes, theories, and solutions related to social problems and deviance, including crime and juvenile delinquency. 2. Section II: Major Social Problems – focusing on population, poverty, AIDS, illiteracy, unemployment, youth unrest, corruption, inequality, violence against women, national integration, labor problems, and agricultural issues. 3. Section III: National Integration and Inequality – addressing issues of inequality (gender, caste, class), violence against women, communalism, regionalism, terrorism, labor and agricultural problems. This index helps students navigate the textbook and understand the logical flow of topics, ensuring systematic study and easy reference.

• The textbook is organized into three main sections: Social Problems and Deviance, Major Social Problems, and National Integration & Inequality.
• Each unit covers a specific social problem or concept, such as crime, poverty, AIDS, illiteracy, unemployment, corruption, and more.
• Page numbers are provided for each unit, allowing easy navigation.
• The structure ensures comprehensive coverage of social issues relevant to Indian society.
• 📌 अनुक्रमणिका (Index): A systematic list of the chapters and topics included in the textbook, along with their page numbers.

1.0 उद्देश्य

The '1.0 उद्देश्य' (Objectives) section outlines the primary learning goals for the first unit of the textbook. It emphasizes understanding the concept of social problems, clarifying its meaning and definitions, and exploring the causes and major theories related to social problems. The section also highlights the importance of learning about the solutions to social problems. These objectives set the stage for the detailed study that follows in the unit, ensuring that students are aware of what they are expected to learn and achieve by the end of the chapter.

• Understand the meaning and concept of social problems.
• Clarify the definition of social problems.
• Learn about the causes of social problems.
• Study the major theories explaining social problems.
• Explore solutions and remedies for social problems.
• 📌 उद्देश्य (Objective): The intended learning outcomes for a particular unit or chapter.