ICSSR SPONSORED

TWO-DAYS NATIONAL SEMINAR

on

BASIC INDIAN SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS:

CONTINUITY AND CHANGE

🗓️
19 - 20 March, 2024
Patron
Prof. Poonam Tandon
Sponsored By Hon'ble Vice Chancellor
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University

Indian Council of Social

Science Research (ICSSR),
New Delhi

Organized By
Department of Sociology
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University
(Accredited A++ by NAAC) Convenor & Organising Secretary
Prof. Subhi Dhusia
Head, Department of Sociology
Mobile: +91 99354 00720 | E-mail: subhiojuss@gmail.com

socionationalseminar2024@gmail.com
India, a diverse and culturally rich nation, has witnessed significant changes in
its social fabric over the years. The transformation of basic social institutions is
an ongoing process with multifaceted dimensions. While India undergoes rapid
economic, political, and cultural changes, the transformation of these
institutions is not only inevitable but also essential. Social institutions play a
pivotal role in shaping the cultural, economic, and social fabric of any society.
The transformation of basic social institutions is a crucial process that reflects
the changing needs and dynamics of society. The need of the time is to explore
the necessity, challenges, and potential strategies for transforming the structure
of basic Indian social institutions to better align them with contemporary
demands. The Indian social structure has historically been important due to its
focus on duty-oriented values.
Change is the law of creation, and with time, many necessary changes have
started in Indian society. These changes have been driven by constitutional
provisions, technological progress, societal conflicts, and the influence of
Western cultures, among other factors. Many of these changes are the need of
the hour, reflecting evolving societal needs and dynamics, and addressing
social dissatisfaction. Diversity is another characteristic of Indian culture,
giving Indian culture and institutions a unique global importance.
The transformation of the structure of basic Indian social institutions is an
ongoing process that reflects the dynamic nature of society. By recognizing the
need for change, addressing the challenges, and implementing strategic
reforms, India can adapt its social institutions to better serve its diverse
population and meet the demands of the 21st century. This seminar provides a
foundation for discussions and actions aimed at facilitating these
transformations.
This seminar aims to shed light on various important aspects of this diversity.
The Department of Sociology at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur
University, known for the work of Professor Nagendra Saheb, is eager to
continue this tradition. In conclusion, this seminar aims to delve into the
evolving landscape of Indian society, focusing on how basic social institutions
in India have transformed and changed over time. Understanding these shifts is
not only crucial for policymakers and scholars but also for individuals as India
continues to evolve and meet the demands of the contemporary world.
 Objectives
The main objectives of the seminar is:
1. To analyze the changing dynamics of Indian families, including shifts from
joint to nuclear family structures and evolving roles within households.
2. To examine the reform initiatives in the Indian education system and the
impact on skill development.
3. To assess the progress in gender equality and women's empowerment and the
challenges that persist.
4. To explore the impact of caste-based discrimination and measures for social
equality.
5. To evaluate the access to healthcare, public welfare, and government
programs, especially in rural and urban areas.
6. To understand the role of technology in reshaping social institutions and
promoting digital inclusion.
7. To discuss environmental sustainability in the context of social institutions
and urbanization.
8. To examine legal reforms and access to justice for marginalized groups.
9. To analyze the interplay of religion and secularism within Indian society and
institutions.

Sub-themes
Transformation of basic social institutions: Marriage, Family, Kinship &
Religion
Indian education system and skill development
Gender and equality
Social inequality and social justice
Globalization, commodification and culture
Constitutional provisions and social reconstruction
Ageing, health and wellbeing
Strategies for Social Transformation
Environmental sustainable development
 Guidelines for Paper Submission & Registration

We invite research papers from researchers and scholars across India focusing
on the above mentioned sub themes. The submissions are required to be original
and unpublished. The abstract must not be exceeding 250 words without figures
and tables. The abstract must be written in MS Word either in English (Times
New Roman) or in Hindi (KurtiDev10) and should include title, author's name,
institutional affiliation, WhatsApp number, and email. Authors should submit a
full paper that includes the research background, objectives and methodology,
findings, and conclusion in about 2500 words. The submissions must be sent to
the Seminar Convener at socionationalseminar2024@gmail.com. The delegates
and paper presenters expect to pay the registration fee as per the table below.

Rs. 1500/-
(With Accommodation)
Teachers
Rs. 800/-
(Without Accommodation)

Rs. 1200/-
(With Accommodation)
Research Scholars
Rs. 500/-
(Without Accommodation)

Registration fees are NON-REFUNDABLE. Registration will comprise of

certificate of participation, Breakfast, Lunch and Refreshments during the
conference hours.
The registration and payment details are provided below. The registration fee
should be paid in the following bank account and details (Transaction Id and
date of fee deposited) should be mentioned in the registration form.

Account Name: National Seminar 2024

Branch Name: University Branch, Indian Bank, Gorakhpur
Account No.: 7702936611
IFS Code: IDIB000G616

Registration Form Link: https://forms.gle/3rWcPDXb7kodpzsSA

Boarding and Lodging

The Organizing Committee will facilitate accommodation facilities at DDU

Gorakhpur University Guest House/Hostels. Accommodations are limited and
offered on a first-come-first-serve and twin-sharing basis. Interested attendees
may contact the organizing committee for further details.

Important Dates

👉 Date of Commencement of Registration: February 01, 2024

👉 Last Date for submission of abstract: March 05, 2024
👉Last Date for submission of full paper: March 10, 2024
Seminar Venue

The inaugural & Valedictory function of the seminar will be held at Samvad
Bhawan and rest of programme will be held at seminar hall, Department of
Sociology, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University.
 About Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University

Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University bears the reputation of being

the first University to be established in Uttar Pradesh after Independence in the
year 1950. The University started as a residential- cum-affiliating University . It
is a parent University to several Universities in Eastern Uttar Pradesh.
The University enjoys the privilege of being located in the holy city of
Gorakhpur that takes its name after the renowned ascetic Mahayogi Guru Shri
Gorakshnath.

About Department of Sociology

The Department of Sociology at DDU Gorakhpur University, was established in

1958. It began with two teachers, Mr. R.P.S. Gaur and Dr. Indra Dev. Prof. S.P.
Nagendra, an esteemed academician, joined as Reader and Head in 1963, leading the
department to develop a strong reputation in teaching and research. Prof. Nagendra
guided the department until his appointment as Vice-Chancellor of Lucknow
University. Successive heads included Prof. D. P. Saxena, Prof. G. B. Sahai, Prof. P.
S. Pandey, Prof. K.K. Mishra, Prof. Sheobahal Singh, Prof. V.K. Srivastava, Prof.
Kirti Pandey, Prof. Ram Prakash, and Prof. Manvendra Pratap Singh, Prof.
Sangeeta Pandey. Currently, Prof. Subhi Dhusia leads the department.
The department has actively engaged in academic activities, organizing seminars,
symposia, conferences, and special lectures. Notably, it hosted the annual conference
of the All India Sociological Society in 2004 and organized various national seminars
and refresher courses.
The department's alumni have excelled in academia, business, politics, and
professions, contributing globally. It boasts outstanding research output, covering
diverse areas such as women empowerment, rural development, governmental
policies, labor welfare, health issues, child rights, social issues, urban development,
migration, and dalit issues. Adapting to the current times, the department manages
social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube channel) where academic
activities and projects are regularly shared. Plans include establishing a research
center focusing on the development needs of eastern Uttar Pradesh, addressing
institutional, economic, cultural, political, and other impediments to its progress.
 Patron
Prof. Poonam Tandon, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University

Convenor & Organising Secretary

Prof. Subhi Dhusia, Head
Department of Sociology, DDU Gorakhpur University

Co-convenor Co-organising Secretary

Dr. Pawan Kumar Dr. Manish Kumar Pandey
Prakash Priyadarshi Deependra Mohan Singh
Treasurer
Dr. Pramod Kumar Shukla

Organising Committee
(Internal) (External)
Prof. Kirti Pandey Prof. R. P. Shahi
Prof. Sangeeta Pandey Prof. Amresh Tripathi
Prof. Anurag Dwivedi Prof. Archana Singh
Prof. Anju Prof. Ashok Singh
Prof. Kauleshwar Priyadarshi
Dr. Gyanendra Singh
Dr. Rakesh Pratap Singh
Dr. Vineet Pandey

Advisory Committee

Prof. Anand Kumar Prof. Maitrayee Chaudhuri

Prof. Dipti Ranjan Sahu Prof. Vivek Kumar
Prof. Manish Kumar Verma Prof. Jagan karade
Prof. Shweta Prasad Prof. Shafiue Ahmad
Prof. Ashish Saxena Prof. O. P. Bharatiya
Prof. Alok Kumar Meena Prof. Anand Prakash Singh
 Department of Sociology
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University
Civil Lines, Gorakhpur (UP) - 273009 [INDIA]