Sociology and Political Science (SOC)

Section Information

Sociology and Political Science focus on the study of social structures, institutions, power systems, governance, and public life. The field examines how societies are organized, how political systems function, and how social and political processes shape human behavior and public policy.

Current research includes social inequality, governance and democracy, public policy analysis, political behavior, globalization, migration, social movements, and digital society. Advances in data analytics, comparative methods, and interdisciplinary approaches are improving understanding of complex social and political dynamics.

This section publishes empirical studies, theoretical analyses, policy research, comparative investigations, and review articles related to social systems, political institutions, and societal change.

Scope

Social Theory and Structure

• Classical and contemporary social theory
• Social stratification and inequality
• Gender, race, and identity studies
• Community and urban sociology

Political Systems and Governance

• Comparative political systems
• Democracy and authoritarianism
• Public administration and governance models
• Institutional analysis

Public Policy and Political Economy

• Policy development and evaluation
• Economic and social policy analysis
• Regulation and public sector reform
• Global political economy

Political Behavior and Participation

• Voting behavior and electoral studies
• Political communication and media
• Social movements and activism
• Civic engagement and public opinion

Globalization and International Relations

• International institutions and diplomacy
• Conflict and security studies
• Migration and transnational networks
• Global governance frameworks

Digital Society and Emerging Trends

• Social media and political discourse
• Technology and governance
• Data-driven public policy
• Digital inequality and access

Research Methods in Social and Political Science

• Quantitative and qualitative methods
• Survey design and analysis
• Comparative research approaches
• Mixed-methods studies

Editorial Board

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Papers Published

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