Conceptualizing Social Dynamics in the Present Scenario

The sociology of social dynamics or change has always been the product of times of flux, and the unmatched dynamics of our period, that is already reflected in the revitalization of theories of change. Social dynamics has been the area of focus for both classical sociologists as well as that of modern social theorists due to its everlasting essence and presence in every type of society. The concept of social dynamics constitutes a fundamental issue and challenge to all academic disciplines in general and to the subject of sociology in particular. Persistent change appears to be a compelling characteristic of modern societies, just as permanence and order appeared to characterize pre-modern societies. Yet, sociologists have not always agreed upon the mechanisms underlying social dynamics observed in the last two centuries.