Robert K Merton

Can Merton's reference group theory be relevant in understanding identity making' in digital world? Explain

Is reference group theory a universally applicable model? Elucidate.

With suitable examples, explain how conformity and deviance coexist in a society as propounded by R.K. Merton.

What are the reactions of R.K Merton to the functionalism of social anthropologists? Bring on the limitations of latent functions.

How according to Merton, are deviant subcultures generated?

What according to Merton, is the different between ‘unanticipated consequences’ and ‘latent functions? Give examples to elaborate.

What is the Difference between the anomia in Merton and Durkheim? Explain.

Analyse the manifest and latent functions of ‘security of the tenure of the bureaucrats’ in the light of Merton’s Theory.

“Anomie the Social structure” Explain the reference to R.K Merton’s contribution.

How can we use reference group theory to understand the fashion in Society?

How could one use Merton’s concept of deviance to understand the traffic problems in urban area?

Using Merton’s Concept of ‘manifest’ and latent functions, explain the persistence of corruption in India Society?