Technology development has certainly played a civilizing role in human society. It has raised the economic and cultural standards of people and reduced death rates everywhere. Without technological development building the metropolitan civilization would just not be possible and people would be living in the forests or small villages dependent on rain fed agriculture. Scientific and political developments have virtually eliminated many epidemics such as smallpox and plague and made life much more comfortable. Even those critical of techno-economic developments would be unwilling to live the life of the nomad. Should we not plan for technological change then? Similarly, economic development, change in the form of government, and political independence have determined the course of social development. There is a whole school of sociologists, inspired by Max Weber, which claims that changes in religious and cultural orientations are the prime factors in social change. Lastly, demographic factors, such as reduction in fertility, too have played a role in transforming society. Demographic transition has freed women from the continuous, whole life burden of reproduction and child rearing and now they too can enjoy the benefits of development of science and culture. Increased facilities and possibilities of migration have helped millions of people find a better opportunity elsewhere to improve life, or avoid the adverse effects of natural disasters. Depending on their background, theories and preferences, different social scientists emphasize different factors in improvement but the importance of combined effect of two or more of the above factors on bringing about a desired change in society cannot be overestimated.