GH Mead: Self & Identity | Sociology Optional with Pankaj Shukla Sir |

Welcome to Analytics IAS, your trusted destination for Sociology Optional preparation with Pankaj Shukla Sir. In this enlightening video, we dive deep into the theory of Self & Identity as proposed by George Herbert Mead, a key figure in Symbolic Interactionism. This topic holds significant importance for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE), especially for aspirants opting for Sociology as an optional subject.

What You Will Learn in This Video:
✅ Introduction to GH Mead and his contributions to Sociology
✅ Understanding Self, Identity, and the Social Self
✅ Concepts of 'I' and 'Me' in Mead’s theory
✅ Role of Social Interaction in shaping Identity
✅ Stages of Self Development (Preparatory, Play, and Game Stages)
✅ Importance of Generalized Other in Socialization
✅ Critical Analysis and Comparison with other thinkers
✅ Relevance of Mead’s ideas in modern sociology and UPSC preparation

Why Is This Topic Important for UPSC Sociology Optional?
GH Mead’s theory of Self and Identity is a crucial part of Paper 1 of Sociology Optional, under the topic of Social Thinkers. Understanding Mead helps in answering questions related to:
🔹 Socialization and Identity Formation
🔹 Symbolic Interactionism and Social Constructivism
🔹 The interplay between individual agency and social structure
🔹 Application of Mead’s theory in contemporary society

How to Use This Lecture for UPSC Answer Writing?
Structure your answers with definition, explanation, examples, and criticism.

Compare Mead’s ideas with other sociologists like Cooley (Looking Glass Self), Durkheim, and Weber.

Use real-life examples, case studies, and current affairs to make your answers stand out.

Who Should Watch This Video?

✔️ UPSC Aspirants with Sociology Optional
✔️ Students preparing for UGC-NET, State PSCs, and M.A. in Sociology
✔️ Sociology enthusiasts interested in Self and Identity theories
✔️ Anyone curious about Symbolic Interactionism and its applications

About Pankaj Shukla Sir

Pankaj Shukla Sir is a renowned faculty for Sociology Optional at Analytics IAS. With years of experience in guiding UPSC aspirants, his in-depth analysis, structured approach, and answer-writing techniques have helped many students secure top ranks in the Civil Services Examination.

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