Industrial Sociology : Study the effect of industry on the family and the condition of women? Are these effects desirable or undesirable?

Introduction. Since early history and the ancient civilization of man, women have played a secondary role, in which women were and still are viewed as less then a man. A women's role in society was that of raising children, and duties surrounding the household. But things have changed and after industrialization women also had to work to survive and be able to afford the basic necessities, and today women are there in every field competing …

…in curbing social evils like dowry, polygamy etc. which still exists in rural India. On the other hand industrialization and urbanization have profoundly affected not only the macro-society but also its family and kinship structures as well. These processes have indeed contributed to economic development and an improved quality of life. It has been positive change towards a more modern family with emphasis on quality of life, keeping in minds its roots and social values.