Synopsis Etymologically, “Social problem” is a problem in human relationships which seriously threatens society itself or impedes the important aspirations of many people. Social problems, emerged with the very beginning of society – in one form or the other. With the growth and development of society, social problems, became complex. ‘Selfishness’, ‘self-centredness’ etc., are at the core of social problems. In this book, we have compiled invaluable readings x-raying the social problems. The entire information is gathered under nine vital issues namely – anatomy of social problems; what are social problems?; race and racism; problem of gender inequality; poverty; corruption; a menace; dimensions; civil rights in Indian rural society; the curse of illiteracy etc. This book will serve a guide to scholars and laymen alike.