Sociological Reflections on the Covid-19 Pandemic in India: Redefining the Normal

This book explores the sociological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in India, highlighting how it has triggered radical transformations and shifted the nature of everyday life. It examines the processes by which society accepts, internalizes, and reinvents a new way of life, focusing on the concerns of vulnerable sections of the population. Written in an engaging style, the book offers insights for academics, students, administrators, and general readers navigating the existential crisis caused by the pandemic.

Format: Hardback
Length: 148 pages
Publication date: 02 June 2021
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This book delves into a comprehensive sociological study of the COVID-19 pandemic in the context of India, inviting readers to explore the transformative power of disasters and crises in shaping society. It sheds light on the processes through which communities accept, internalize, and reinvent a new way of life, navigating the complexities and challenges that arise. The book offers insightful perspectives on its impact on individuals, families, economies, and states, highlighting the interconnected relationships within these entities.

The chapters specifically focus on the concerns of vulnerable sections of the population, including the elderly, children, women, individuals with disabilities, migrant laborers, and economically backward classes. Written in an engaging and accessible style, each chapter delves into the ways societies perceive risk, threat, and harm, as well as the strategies employed to navigate crises of various kinds.

As a valuable resource for academics, students, administrators, and general readers alike, this book provides a deep understanding of the sociological dimensions of the COVID-19 pandemic and its profound implications for our world. It serves as a timely reminder of the resilience and adaptability of human societies in the face of adversity and serves as a catalyst for reflection and action as we navigate the ongoing challenges posed by this global crisis.

Weight: 424g
Dimension: 160 x 243 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811623196
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021