Economic Sociology by Akhil Kumar, published by Mahaveer Publications, is a comprehensive textbook written in accordance with the FYUGP–NEP syllabus for B.A. 4th Semester Sociology Major students under Dibrugarh University, Gauhati University, and other Indian universities.

The book provides an in-depth understanding of the interrelationship between economy and society, highlighting how social structures, values, institutions, and cultural norms influence economic behaviour and organization. It explains classical and contemporary perspectives on the sociology of economic life, tracing the evolution of economic thought from Marx, Weber, and Durkheim to modern theorists.

Key areas such as production, exchange, distribution, and consumption are examined through a sociological lens, emphasizing the social dimensions of work, market, labour, and capitalism. The book also explores significant themes like industrialization, globalization, economic development, entrepreneurship, and social change, making it both theoretically rich and contextually relevant.

Written in simple and lucid language, this textbook aims to develop a sociological perspective on economic systems and institutions, helping students connect theoretical concepts to real-world economic issues.

Key Features:

• Based on FYUGP–NEP curriculum for B.A. 4th Semester Sociology (Major).

• Covers both classical and modern theories of economic sociology.

• Discusses Indian and global economic structures in sociological context.

• Includes concept summaries, examples, and review questions.

• Ideal for students of sociology, economics, and interdisciplinary social sciences.

• Authored by Akhil Kumar, a scholar with expertise in sociology and economic thought.

• Published by Mahaveer Publications, known for quality academic resources.

  Chapter 1: Introduction and Perspectives

  • Introduction

  • Meaning and Concepts of Economic Sociology

  • Nature of Economic Sociology

  • Scope of Economic Sociology

  • Formalism and Substantivism Debate

  • New Economic Sociology

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  Chapter 2: Forms of Exchange

  • Reciprocity

  • Gift

  • Barter

  • Exchange and Money

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  Chapter 3: Systems of Production, Circulation and Consumption

  • The Production System

  • Hunting and Gathering Societies

  • Pastoralist and Horticulturalist (Agrarian) Systems

  • Systems of Production, Circulation and Consumption

  • Peasant Economy

  • Capitalism

  • Socialism

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  Chapter 4: Economic Development

  • Economic Growth and Development

  • Stages of Economic Development

  • Impact of Economic Development

  • Economic Development in India

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  Chapter 5: Some Contemporary Issues in Economic Sociology

  • E-commerce

  • Development

  • Globalization

  • Unemployment

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  References

  (A curated list of books, papers, and sources related to economic sociology and development studies as per university guidelines.)

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