Question

Which of the following statements correctly describe the relationship between different branches of social sciences?

1. History provides context and perspective crucial for understanding social structures and changes over time, aiding in the comprehension of current economic challenges.
2. Geography's role is limited to explaining physical landscapes and has no significant influence on understanding trade or urban planning in social contexts.
3. Political Science primarily focuses on individual behavior and cognition, rather than power structures or governmental policies.
4. Sociology concentrates on human social behavior and relationships, frequently drawing upon historical data and interacting with fields like anthropology and economics.

• A. 1, 4
• B. All
• C. 2, 3
• D. 3 only

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1, 4

History

• Provides context and perspective for understanding social structures, movements, and changes over time. 

• For example, studying past economic policies helps understand current challenges in economics.

Geography: 

• Explains the physical and environmental contexts of social events, influencing living conditions, trade, and development. Geography plays a crucial role in understanding resource distribution and urban planning.

Political Science: 

• Analyzes power structures, governments, and policies, and how these affect society. Understanding political decisions is key to grasping economic and social challenges.

Sociology

Focuses on human social behavior, relationships, and institutions, often drawing on historical data and interacting with other fields like anthropology, economics, and political science.