What is the subject-matter of Sociology according to Max Weber? Which major methods did he suggest for social science research? Illustrate your answer with his sociological contributions (UPSC PYQ)
What, according to Max Weber, is the role of “particular religious ideas” in the emergence of modern capitalism? (UPSC PYQ)
Define Ideal Type and explain Weber’s concept of ‘Verstehen’ for understanding social phenomena(UPSC PYQ)
Discuss the importance of interpretative understanding of social phenomena and explain its limitations.(UPSC PYQ)
Ideal Types’ of Max Weber are mental constructs; they do not correspond to the reality. Give your views (UPSC PYQ)
Do you agree with Max Weber’s idea that bureaucracy has the potential to become an iron cage? Justify your answer. (UPSC PYQ)