The aim of this theoretical paper
is to critically discuss the validity
of replicability and universality
principles of positivism from a
sociological perspective.
The main critiques of
contemporary positivism are
given by the schools of thought
represented by multifarious
thinkers. The critique of positivist
sociology, which confirms itself
based on continuous replication
and aims to reach universal laws,
is given and the validity of
replicability principle from the
sociological point of view, is
discussed. The discussion begins
with brief premises of classical
positivism, proceeds to
contemporary critique of logical
positivism and is complemented
by the post-2010 Replication
Crisis.
The particular emphasis is given
to the Replication Crisis, and the
reasons why replication studies
are rare in sociology, are
discussed.
As a result of the study, it is
concluded that positivist claims:
replication and universality