Sociological Theories (Ibn-i-Khaldun, Spencer, Max Weber, Karl Marx) – MCQs

Which of the following is not a key concept in Ibn-i-Khaldun’s sociological theory?

A) Asabiyyah

B) ‘Umran

C) Taqlid

D) Barakah

According to Ibn-i-Khaldun, what is the driving force behind the rise and fall of civilizations?

A) Economic factors

B) Political factors

C) Social cohesion

D) Group solidarity

Ibn-i-Khaldun’s concept of ‘Umran refers to:

A) Urbanization

B) Civilization

C) Nomadic lifestyle

D) Industrialization

Which of the following is a key contribution of Ibn-i-Khaldun’s theory?

A) The concept of bureaucracy

B) The theory of social change

C) The idea of social classes

D) The concept of rationalization

Max Weber is best known for his work on:

A) Structural functionalism

B) Conflict theory

C) Symbolic interactionism

D) The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism

According to Max Weber, what is the role of rationality in the development of modern society?

A) It leads to the decline of traditional authority

B) It reinforces traditional values

C) It has no impact on society

D) It promotes religious beliefs

Which of the following is not one of Max Weber’s types of authority?

A) Traditional authority

B) Rational-legal authority

C) Charismatic authority

D) Economic authority

Max Weber’s concept of verstehen refers to:

A) Understanding the meaning behind social actions

B) Predicting social behavior

C) Analyzing social structures

D) Quantifying social phenomena

According to Max Weber, what is the Protestant Ethic?

A) A set of religious beliefs

B) A work ethic associated with Protestantism

C) A critique of capitalism

D) A social movement

Which of the following is not a type of rationality identified by Max Weber?

A) Traditional rationality

B) Substantive rationality

C) Instrumental rationality

D) Value rationality