The document introduces the distinctions between natural and social sciences, emphasizing the latter's focus on human behavior and social interactions. It outlines the foundations of sociology, its historical development through key figures like Auguste Comte, Karl Marx, and Emile Durkheim, and its interrelation with other social science disciplines such as anthropology. Additionally, it discusses various branches of anthropology and the areas of sociology, highlighting the importance of empirical research in understanding societal complexities.