André Béteille: A sociologist Bangladesh should read (opens original article in a new tab)

The article discusses the influence of sociologist André Béteille's work on understanding social stratification, particularly in the context of Bangladesh's academic neglect of his Weberian model, and highlights his contributions to analyzing class, status, and power dynamics.

• Béteille's work on multidimensional stratification, including class, status, and power, is highlighted as a valuable framework for studying social hierarchies.
• Bangladesh's sociology and anthropology disciplines are criticized for neglecting Béteille's Weberian model in favor of simplistic or traditional approaches.
• The article emphasizes the importance of Béteille's empirical and theoretical methods for understanding contemporary social change and inequality in Bangladesh.
• The author recounts personal encounters with Béteille and advocates for his ideas to inspire Bangladeshi sociologists.