Srinagar, Sept. 30 -- Sociology - coined by Auguste Comte in the 19th century, combining the Latin word Socius (companion) and Greek word logos (study of) - is the systematic study of human society, social relationships, and group behaviour. It examines how organizations, groups, and societies are organized and how people within them interact with one another. The study ranges from micro-level interactions (individual conversations) to macro-level structures (global institutions, class, and culture). Sociology is a scientific field of study as it applies systematic and empirical methods, such as structured observation, surveys, interviews, and statistical analysis to understand social life rather than relying on pure speculation. Unlike n...