Synopsis The present book clearly deals with the effective methods of teaching of the social studies that are found almost in all the syllabi of our schools. The significance of social studies these days has become relevant to both teachers and students, even to parents, who wish that their boys and girls gain more and more knowledge of different disciplines to meet the challenges of various tough competitions, whether in public or private sector. This study covers mainly the place of social studies in general education, nature and aims of social studies. The book also covers the general issues, international perspectives, culture and human nature, economics, logic and sociology of communications, attitudes towards social studies, perception, valuation and also meetings enabling teachers and students to understand each other. Therefore, the book consists of various themes concerning the effective methods of teaching of social studies. This brings out the significance of the present book to be essential to all the concerned persons and educational institutions.