Model answers for these questions. 19 UPSC questions from Science, Technology and Social Change (1985–2026) are solved in Sociology Optional PYQ Solutions, with a full model answer for each. Use the View answer links in the table, or open the whole unit topic-wise, newest year first.
| Year | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Discuss the relationship between religion and science in modern society. Do they necessarily remain in conflict? (20 marks) | View answer |
| 2025 | What is the nature of relationship between science and religion in modern society? Analyze with suitable examples. (10 marks) | View answer |
| 2024 | Critically assess the impact of technological advancement and automation on the nature ofwork and employment. | View answer |
| 2023 | Examine the role of science and technology in addressing age-old taboos and superstitions. | View answer |
| 2022 | Sociologists argue for democratization of science and technology for inclusive development. Comment. | View answer |
| 2021 | Describe the role of Science & Technology in enabling us to face the challenges triggered by the COVID – 19 pandemics. | View answer |
| 2020 | Is humanity at the mercy of Nature, Science, and Technology? Comment in the light of the pandemic situation. | View answer |
| 2017 | Critically analyse the role of science and technology in bringing about social change. | View answer |
| 2014 | How is the increasing use of technology changing the status of women in Indian society? | View answer |
| 2013 | Examine science and technology as agents of social change. (150 words) | View answer |
| 2011 | “Science and Technology are major forces accelerating the process of social change.” Comment | View answer |
| 2010 | “There has been a substantial decline in labour class and increase in labour force in non – manual jobs with the advent of new technological revolution.” Critically examine. | View answer |
| 2006 | Explain the idea of social responsibility of science. Analyse the social consequences of development of science and technology in the context of removal of backwardness in development societies. | View answer |
| 2005 | Write short note : Social consequences of science and technology in India. | View answer |
| 2004 | Write short note : Science and Social Responsibility | View answer |
| 2003 | Write short note : Social Impact of New Technologies in India. | View answer |
| 2002 | Write short note : Ethos of Science. | View answer |
| 1998 | Examine social consequences of changes in technology. Illustrate your answer with examples from new productive processes and equipment. | View answer |
| 1989 | Write short note : Science and Social Behaviour. | View answer |
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