Gender Religion and Caste

The sexual division of labor in most families reflects:
(a) Equal work distribution between men and women.
(b) Women doing household tasks and men doing outside jobs.
(c) Men and women sharing responsibilities equally.
(d) A system where all work is valued equally.
Answer: (b) Women doing household tasks and men doing outside jobs.

Feminist movements are aimed at achieving:
(a) Rights for men only.
(b) Equal rights and opportunities for women and men.
(c) Restrictions on women working outside.
(d) Men’s dominance in all fields.
Answer: (b) Equal rights and opportunities for women and men.

The literacy rate among women in India compared to men is:
(a) Higher than men.
(b) Equal to men.
(c) Lower than men.
(d) No data available.
Answer: (c) Lower than men.

The Equal Remuneration Act of 1976 ensures:
(a) Women are paid more than men.
(b) Equal wages for equal work for men and women.
(c) Only men receive wages.
(d) Women do not work outside their homes.
Answer: (b) Equal wages for equal work for men and women.

Child sex ratio refers to the number of:
(a) Boys per thousand girls.
(b) Girls per thousand boys.
(c) Children attending school.
(d) Children per household.
Answer: (b) Girls per thousand boys.

Which of the following countries has the highest participation of women in public life?
(a) India
(b) Scandinavian countries
(c) United States
(d) China
Answer: (b) Scandinavian countries

The proportion of women in India’s Lok Sabha for the first time crossed:
(a) 10 percent
(b) 14.36 percent
(c) 20 percent
(d) 25 percent
Answer: (b) 14.36 percent

The Panchayati Raj in India reserves what percentage of seats for women?
(a) 25 percent
(b) 50 percent
(c) 33 percent
(d) 20 percent
Answer: (c) 33 percent

Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, passed in 2023, reserves what percentage of seats for women in legislatures?
(a) 50 percent
(b) 33 percent
(c) 25 percent
(d) 40 percent
Answer: (b) 33 percent

Communalism in politics is based on the belief that:
(a) People of different religions can coexist peacefully.
(b) Religion is the primary basis of the social community.
(c) All religions are equal.
(d) Religious beliefs have no place in politics.
Answer: (b) Religion is the primary basis of the social community.

The Indian Constitution ensures secularism by:
(a) Declaring one official religion.
(b) Prohibiting discrimination on the grounds of religion.
(c) Enforcing religious practices.
(d) Allowing religious communities to dominate politics.
Answer: (b) Prohibiting discrimination on the grounds of religion.

Caste-based discrimination is prohibited by:
(a) Indian Constitution.
(b) Panchayati Raj system.
(c) Religious organizations.
(d) Traditional caste laws.
Answer: (a) Indian Constitution.

The caste system in India was historically based on:
(a) Occupation and hereditary practices.
(b) Equality among all castes.
(c) Urbanization.
(d) Modern education systems.
Answer: (a) Occupation and hereditary practices.

Dalits were historically subjected to:
(a) Equal treatment in society.
(b) Social inclusion and support.
(c) Exclusion and untouchability.
(d) Dominance over other castes.
Answer: (c) Exclusion and untouchability.

Urbanization and literacy have contributed to:
(a) Strengthening the caste system.
(b) Weakening caste hierarchy.
(c) Increasing caste-based discrimination.
(d) Eliminating caste-based politics.
Answer: (b) Weakening caste hierarchy.

Scheduled Castes account for what percentage of India’s population?
(a) 8.6 percent
(b) 16.6 percent
(c) 20 percent
(d) 25 percent
Answer: (b) 16.6 percent

Scheduled Tribes account for what percentage of India’s population?
(a) 8.6 percent
(b) 10 percent
(c) 12.5 percent
(d) 15 percent
Answer: (a) 8.6 percent

Universal adult franchise means:
(a) Only men can vote.
(b) Every citizen above 18 years can vote.
(c) Only educated people can vote.
(d) Voting rights are reserved for a few castes.
Answer: (b) Every citizen above 18 years can vote.

The Constitution allows the state to intervene in religious matters to:
(a) Promote one religion.
(b) Eliminate discrimination within religious communities.
(c) Restrict religious freedom.
(d) Ban religious practices.
Answer: (b) Eliminate discrimination within religious communities.

Patriarchy refers to:
(a) Rule by women.
(b) Equal power for men and women.
(c) A system that values men more and gives them power over women.
(d) A society where women dominate.
Answer: (c) A system that values men more and gives them power over women.

Feminist movements demand:
(a) Suppression of men’s rights.
(b) Equal rights and opportunities for both genders.
(c) Women’s dominance in society.
(d) Exclusive privileges for women.
Answer: (b) Equal rights and opportunities for both genders.

The literacy rate among women in India is approximately:
(a) 76 percent.
(b) 80 percent.
(c) 54 percent.
(d) 60 percent.
Answer: (c) 54 percent.

The Equal Remuneration Act was passed in:
(a) 1960.
(b) 1976.
(c) 1985.
(d) 1990.
Answer: (b) 1976.

A secular state ensures:
(a) Promotion of one religion.
(b) Equal treatment of all religions.
(c) Preference to the majority religion.
(d) Ban on all religions.
Answer: (b) Equal treatment of all religions.

Women’s political representation in India’s state assemblies is less than:
(a) 5 percent.
(b) 10 percent.
(c) 15 percent.
(d) 20 percent.
Answer: (a) 5 percent.

The main cause of the decline in the child sex ratio in India is:
(a) Low literacy among men.
(b) Economic disparity.
(c) Sex-selective abortions.
(d) Increase in male population.
Answer: (c) Sex-selective abortions.

Communalism often leads to:
(a) Peaceful coexistence.
(b) Harmony among religions.
(c) Violence and riots.
(d) Social integration.
Answer: (c) Violence and riots.

The Constitution of India allows the state to intervene in religious practices to:
(a) Ban all religious activities.
(b) Ensure equality within religions.
(c) Promote a single religion.
(d) Discriminate against minorities.
Answer: (b) Ensure equality within religions.

A secular Constitution is essential to combat:
(a) Democracy.
(b) Communalism.
(c) Economic inequality.
(d) Gender disparity.
Answer: (b) Communalism.

Caste inequalities in India have been reduced due to:
(a) Constitutional provisions and reforms.
(b) Strengthening of caste hierarchy.
(c) Increased discrimination.
(d) Preference for traditional practices.
Answer: (a) Constitutional provisions and reforms.

Universal adult franchise has:
(a) Strengthened caste hierarchies.
(b) Empowered disadvantaged castes.
(c) Reduced political participation.
(d) Restricted voting rights to elites.
Answer: (b) Empowered disadvantaged castes.

Caste-based politics sometimes results in:
(a) Elimination of social divisions.
(b) Increased representation for all castes.
(c) Tensions and violence.
(d) Unity among all communities.
Answer: (c) Tensions and violence.

Nordic countries have a high percentage of women in:
(a) Technical fields.
(b) Public life and politics.
(c) Domestic work.
(d) Informal sectors.
Answer: (b) Public life and politics.

Communal politics is based on the belief that:
(a) All religions are equal.
(b) Religion is the primary basis of the nation.
(c) Politics and religion should be separate.
(d) Religious groups cannot live together peacefully.
Answer: (b) Religion is the primary basis of the nation.

The child sex ratio in some Indian states has fallen below:
(a) 950.
(b) 900.
(c) 850.
(d) 800.
Answer: (c) 850.

The Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination based on:
(a) Religion, gender, caste, and race.
(b) Wealth and property.
(c) Language only.
(d) Educational qualifications.
Answer: (a) Religion, gender, caste, and race.

Scheduled Castes were historically subjected to:
(a) Equal treatment.
(b) Untouchability and exclusion.
(c) Dominance over other castes.
(d) Economic privileges.
Answer: (b) Untouchability and exclusion.

Casteism in politics involves:
(a) Equal representation for all.
(b) Appeals to caste sentiments for political gains.
(c) Eradication of caste-based discrimination.
(d) Promotion of secular values.
Answer: (b) Appeals to caste sentiments for political gains.

Panchayati Raj reservations have increased:
(a) Political participation of women.
(b) Dominance of male leaders.
(c) Gender inequality in rural areas.
(d) Discrimination against minorities.
Answer: (a) Political participation of women.

The term “patriarchy” literally means:
(a) Rule by the mother.
(b) Rule by the father.
(c) Equal rule by both genders.
(d) Rule by the elder.
Answer: (b) Rule by the father.

Caste hierarchy places caste groups in:
(a) Random order.
(b) An equal formation.
(c) A ladder-like structure.
(d) A circular hierarchy.
Answer: (c) A ladder-like structure.

Women in India lag behind men due to:
(a) Higher literacy rates.
(b) Unequal opportunities and discrimination.
(c) Equal access to education and jobs.
(d) Dominance in politics.
Answer: (b) Unequal opportunities and discrimination.

The Constitution of India provides freedom to:
(a) Follow only one religion.
(b) Practice and propagate any religion.
(c) Ban religious practices.
(d) Restrict religious freedom.
Answer: (b) Practice and propagate any religion.

Political mobilization on religious lines can lead to:
(a) Social harmony.
(b) Increased secularism.
(c) Communal tensions.
(d) Reduced political participation.
Answer: (c) Communal tensions.

Gender divisions in politics highlight:
(a) The exclusion of men from politics.
(b) The need for women’s political representation.
(c) The dominance of women in political life.
(d) Equality in political roles.
Answer: (b) The need for women’s political representation.

The term “feminist” refers to:
(a) Someone who opposes gender equality.
(b) Someone who believes in equal rights for men and women.
(c) Someone promoting male dominance.
(d) Someone against political participation of women.
Answer: (b) Someone who believes in equal rights for men and women.

Religious diversity in India is reflected through:
(a) Followers of a single religion.
(b) Multiple religions coexisting.
(c) One dominant religion only.
(d) Lack of freedom to follow religions.
Answer: (b) Multiple religions coexisting.

The percentage of Muslims in India’s population is approximately:
(a) 14.2 percent.
(b) 20 percent.
(c) 10 percent.
(d) 25 percent.
Answer: (a) 14.2 percent.

The Scheduled Tribes are also referred to as:
(a) Dalits.
(b) Adivasis.
(c) Untouchables.
(d) Upper castes.
Answer: (b) Adivasis.

Untouchability is outlawed in:
(a) Panchayati Raj system.
(b) Indian Constitution.
(c) Religious texts.
(d) Local governance laws.
Answer: (b) Indian Constitution.

Communalism threatens:
(a) Religious freedom.
(b) The democratic fabric of the nation.
(c) Social harmony.
(d) All of the above.
Answer: (d) All of the above.

Urbanization in India has contributed to:
(a) Strengthening caste hierarchies.
(b) Weakening traditional caste practices.
(c) Increasing caste-based discrimination.
(d) Promoting untouchability.
Answer: (b) Weakening traditional caste practices.

Caste-based political mobilization often leads to:
(a) Elimination of caste divisions.
(b) Increased representation of disadvantaged groups.
(c) Reduced participation in elections.
(d) Social harmony.
Answer: (b) Increased representation of disadvantaged groups.

The child sex ratio measures:
(a) The number of boys per thousand girls.
(b) The number of girls per thousand boys.
(c) The number of children in schools.
(d) The number of boys in schools.
Answer: (b) The number of girls per thousand boys.

Gender roles are often determined by:
(a) Biological differences.
(b) Social expectations and stereotypes.
(c) Natural hierarchy.
(d) Government policies.
Answer: (b) Social expectations and stereotypes.

Women’s political representation in India has been boosted by:
(a) Economic development.
(b) Reservation of seats in Panchayati Raj institutions.
(c) Equal literacy rates.
(d) Gender-neutral policies.
Answer: (b) Reservation of seats in Panchayati Raj institutions.

The concept of secularism in India ensures:
(a) Domination of majority religion.
(b) Equal treatment of all religions by the state.
(c) Promotion of one religion.
(d) Elimination of all religions.
Answer: (b) Equal treatment of all religions by the state.

Political leaders in India often treat caste groups as:
(a) Equal stakeholders.
(b) Vote banks.
(c) Economic groups.
(d) Minor communities.
Answer: (b) Vote banks.

Universal adult franchise has given power to:
(a) All castes equally.
(b) Only upper castes.
(c) Dominant religious groups.
(d) Rural elites.
Answer: (a) All castes equally.

Caste-based politics can sometimes divert attention from:
(a) Religious issues.
(b) Important national issues like poverty and corruption.
(c) Urban development.
(d) Electoral participation.
Answer: (b) Important national issues like poverty and corruption.

Panchayati Raj reforms have led to the election of:
(a) Women leaders in rural governance.
(b) Dominant caste leaders.
(c) Religious leaders.
(d) Industrialists.
Answer: (a) Women leaders in rural governance.

The Constitution prohibits discrimination in education based on:
(a) Economic status.
(b) Gender and religion.
(c) Age and profession.
(d) Region and language.
Answer: (b) Gender and religion.

The proportion of Scheduled Castes in India is approximately:
(a) 12 percent.
(b) 16.6 percent.
(c) 20 percent.
(d) 10 percent.
Answer: (b) 16.6 percent.

Gender equality in India can be improved by:
(a) Promoting male dominance.
(b) Increasing literacy rates among women.
(c) Reducing political participation of women.
(d) Strengthening patriarchal norms.
Answer: (b) Increasing literacy rates among women.

Communalism often uses religion to:
(a) Create harmony.
(b) Promote peace.
(c) Dominate politics.
(d) Strengthen democracy.
Answer: (c) Dominate politics.

The literacy rate gap between men and women in India reflects:
(a) Gender equality.
(b) Gender disparity.
(c) Political reforms.
(d) Economic equality.
Answer: (b) Gender disparity.

The Constitution of India intervenes in religious practices to:
(a) Promote secularism.
(b) Maintain equality within communities.
(c) Eliminate all religions.
(d) Strengthen majoritarian views.
Answer: (b) Maintain equality within communities.

The Scheduled Tribes are often referred to as:
(a) Dalits.
(b) Indigenous people or Adivasis.
(c) Religious minorities.
(d) Urban elites.
Answer: (b) Indigenous people or Adivasis.

Caste-based politics can empower:
(a) Dominant castes only.
(b) All disadvantaged communities.
(c) Only urban populations.
(d) Religious majorities.
Answer: (b) All disadvantaged communities.

Women’s participation in India’s workforce remains low because:
(a) Women are less capable than men.
(b) Social and cultural barriers persist.
(c) Women prefer not to work.
(d) Men do not allow them to work outside.
Answer: (b) Social and cultural barriers persist.

The primary focus of feminist movements is:
(a) Dominance of women in society.
(b) Equal rights and opportunities for men and women.
(c) Restriction on men’s rights.
(d) Exclusion of women from politics.
Answer: (b) Equal rights and opportunities for men and women.

Gender disparity is evident in:
(a) Literacy rates.
(b) Workforce participation.
(c) Political representation.
(d) All of the above.
Answer: (d) All of the above.

The proportion of women in India’s state legislatures is:
(a) Below 5 percent.
(b) Above 20 percent.
(c) Equal to men.
(d) Around 15 percent.
Answer: (a) Below 5 percent.

A secular state in India ensures:
(a) The dominance of one religion.
(b) Equal treatment of all religions by the government.
(c) Complete ban on religious practices.
(d) Preference for majoritarian beliefs.
Answer: (b) Equal treatment of all religions by the government.

The Equal Remuneration Act was passed to:
(a) Ban women from paid jobs.
(b) Provide equal wages to men and women for equal work.
(c) Increase male wages.
(d) Restrict women to household duties.
Answer: (b) Provide equal wages to men and women for equal work.

The primary reason for sex-selective abortions in India is:
(a) Economic hardship.
(b) Cultural preference for male children.
(c) Lack of medical facilities.
(d) Government policies.
Answer: (b) Cultural preference for male children.

Panchayati Raj reservations have resulted in:
(a) Equal political representation for all genders.
(b) More women leaders in local governance.
(c) Complete elimination of gender disparities.
(d) Increased corruption in rural governance.
Answer: (b) More women leaders in local governance.

The percentage of Hindus in India’s population is:
(a) 79.8 percent.
(b) 85 percent.
(c) 70 percent.
(d) 60 percent.
Answer: (a) 79.8 percent.

Untouchability in India has:
(a) Been completely eradicated.
(b) Persisted despite constitutional prohibition.
(c) Strengthened due to modernization.
(d) Become legal in some areas.
Answer: (b) Persisted despite constitutional prohibition.

Communalism uses religion to:
(a) Foster peace among communities.
(b) Divide society and create tensions.
(c) Promote social harmony.
(d) Strengthen national unity.
Answer: (b) Divide society and create tensions.

Caste-based hierarchies in India were traditionally based on:
(a) Wealth distribution.
(b) Occupation and birth.
(c) Political power.
(d) Education levels.
Answer: (b) Occupation and birth.

A secular Constitution is necessary to:
(a) Abolish religion.
(b) Promote religious harmony and equality.
(c) Support the majority religion.
(d) Restrict freedom of minorities.
Answer: (b) Promote religious harmony and equality.

The literacy rate for women in India is significantly lower than men due to:
(a) Equal opportunities in education.
(b) Social discrimination and gender bias.
(c) High economic development.
(d) Government support for women’s education.
Answer: (b) Social discrimination and gender bias.

Gender division in politics has led to:
(a) Exclusion of women from elections.
(b) Increased representation of women in governance.
(c) Elimination of gender discrimination.
(d) Reduced focus on women’s issues.
Answer: (b) Increased representation of women in governance.

Political leaders appeal to caste groups in elections because:
(a) They want to promote equality.
(b) Caste groups often vote collectively.
(c) It reduces political tensions.
(d) It ensures no one votes for them.
Answer: (b) Caste groups often vote collectively.

Child sex ratio in India reflects:
(a) Equal treatment of boys and girls.
(b) Discrimination against female children.
(c) Favorable conditions for girls.
(d) High education rates for girls.
Answer: (b) Discrimination against female children.

Women’s representation in Panchayati Raj is ensured by:
(a) Cultural norms.
(b) Reserved seats for women.
(c) Male dominance in governance.
(d) Economic privileges.
Answer: (b) Reserved seats for women.

Casteism in politics involves:
(a) Eradication of caste-based practices.
(b) Political mobilization based on caste identity.
(c) Equal opportunities for all castes.
(d) Ban on caste-based reservations.
Answer: (b) Political mobilization based on caste identity.

The literacy gap between men and women in India indicates:
(a) Gender equality.
(b) Disparity in educational opportunities.
(c) High literacy for women.
(d) Lack of interest in education among men.
Answer: (b) Disparity in educational opportunities.

Women’s reservation in Lok Sabha was introduced through:
(a) Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023.
(b) Panchayati Raj reforms.
(c) Gender equality laws of 1976.
(d) The Indian Penal Code.
Answer: (a) Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023.

Political participation of women in India has been:
(a) Consistently high.
(b) Increasing gradually due to reforms.
(c) Equal to men.
(d) Declining over the years.
Answer: (b) Increasing gradually due to reforms.

Communal violence in India can be reduced by:
(a) Strengthening secularism and equality.
(b) Promoting majoritarian values.
(c) Eliminating religious diversity.
(d) Restricting minority rights.
Answer: (a) Strengthening secularism and equality.

Untouchability was banned in India by:
(a) Local governance laws.
(b) The Indian Constitution.
(c) Religious leaders.
(d) Economic policies.
Answer: (b) The Indian Constitution.

The largest religious group in India is:
(a) Muslims.
(b) Hindus.
(c) Christians.
(d) Buddhists.
Answer: (b) Hindus.

The Panchayati Raj system has helped women by:
(a) Reducing their political participation.
(b) Increasing their role in governance through reservations.
(c) Strengthening patriarchal norms.
(d) Restricting education for women.
Answer: (b) Increasing their role in governance through reservations.

Secularism in India aims to:
(a) Abolish all religious practices.
(b) Promote peaceful coexistence among all religions.
(c) Strengthen one religion over others.
(d) Ban minority rights.
Answer: (b) Promote peaceful coexistence among all religions.

Caste-based discrimination has declined in urban areas due to:
(a) Economic growth and modernization.
(b) Strengthened caste hierarchies.
(c) Increased traditional practices.
(d) Decline in literacy rates.
Answer: (a) Economic growth and modernization.

Women in rural areas face challenges due to:
(a) Lack of reservation in governance.
(b) Patriarchal social structures and discrimination.
(c) Equal opportunities in education.
(d) High levels of political participation.
Answer: (b) Patriarchal social structures and discrimination.

Social divisions such as caste, gender, and religion should be:
(a) Ignored for the sake of unity.
(b) Recognized and addressed politically to ensure equality.
(c) Used to strengthen communal identities.
(d) Promoted to divide society.
Answer: (b) Recognized and addressed politically to ensure equality.