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ANTHROPOLOGY SPECIAL MODULE (APES AND CULTURE THEORIES) FOR UPSC/IAS

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ANTHROPOLOGY SPECIAL MODULE (APES AND CULTURE THEORIES) FOR UPSC/IAS

The Anthropology special module on Apes and Culture Theories in Anthropology for UPSC/IAS aspirants offers the following:
Apes
In-depth understanding of various anatomical terms, their functions and evolutionary significance
List of apes to be discussed:

  • Oreopithecus
  • Dryopithecus
  • Ramapithecus
  • Sivapithecus
  • Australopithecus
  • Homo erectus
  • Hiedelberg jaw
  • Rhodesian man
  • Neanderthal man
  • Homo sapiens (Cromagnon man, Grimaldi man, Chancelade man)
  • Culture Theories
  • Classical evolutionism (Morgan, Tylor, and Frazer)
  • Diffusionism (British, German, and American)
  • Historical particularism (Boas)
  • Functionalism (Malinowski)
  • Structural-functionalism (Radcliffe-Brown)
  • Structuralism (Levi Strauss and Edmond Leach)
  • Culture and personality (Benedict, Mead, Linton, Kardiner, and Cora-du Bois)
  • Neo-evolutionism (Steward, White, Childe, Sahlins, and Service)
  • Cultural materialism (Harris)
  • Cognitive theories (Tyler, Conklin)
  • Symbolic and interpretive theories (Turner, Schneider, and Geertz)
  • Post-modernism in anthropology

Why Special Module?

Apes and culture theories are the most important topics in Anthropology.
It is challenging to comprehend these topics through self-study.
These are scoring areas which we should not skip in choice.
The special module on Apes and Culture Theories in Anthropology for UPSC/IAS aspirants aims to provide comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the topics covered, making them well-equipped to tackle the Anthropology optional paper in the UPSC/IAS examination.

 

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What Will You Learn?

  • Understanding of the fundamentals of anthropology, including the study of human evolution, cultural diversity, and social organization.
  • Knowledge of the different sub-fields of anthropology, including cultural anthropology, physical anthropology, archaeology, linguistic anthropology, and applied anthropology.
  • Awareness of the social, cultural, and economic systems that shape human societies and cultures.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret cultural norms and values, gender, economic systems, and political systems.
  • Understanding of the origin of modern humans and the development of human societies and cultures over time.
  • Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the study of anthropology, including fieldwork, participant observation, and data analysis.
  • Ability to apply anthropological concepts and theories to real-world problems and to analyze the impact of cultural and social change on individuals and communities.
  • Preparation for the UPSC Civil Services Examination, including a comprehensive review of the content areas covered on the exam, as well as strategies for success on the exam.
  • Development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, through case studies, field trips, and group projects.
  • Improved communication and interpersonal skills, through in-class discussions and group activities.

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