Knowledge Check: Social Organisation and Inequities
Knowledge Check – Social Organisation and Inequities
Towards Equality
Q1: Which Article of the Indian Constitution guarantees equality before law?
A) Article 12
B) Article 14
C) Article 19
D) Article 21
Q2: Untouchability was abolished under which Article?
A) Article 15
B) Article 16
C) Article 17
D) Article 18
Q3: Prejudice means:
A) Judging without facts
B) Fair opinion
C) Equal decision
D) Scientific thinking
Q4: Stereotypes are:
A) Laws of government
B) Fixed ideas about a group
C) Constitutional rights
D) Social reforms
Q5: Which Act provides free and compulsory education?
A) RTI Act
B) RTE Act
C) Criminal Law Act
D) Dowry Prohibition Act
Q6: Gender discrimination is based on:
A) Wealth
B) Education
C) Male-female difference
D) Language
Q7: Which policy supports backward classes in education and jobs?
A) Economic policy
B) Reservation policy
C) Monetary policy
D) Labour policy
Q8: Which one is NOT social inequality?
A) Caste
B) Gender
C) Climate
D) Economic
Q9: Article 15 prohibits discrimination on which basis?
A) Food habits
B) Height and weight
C) Religion, race, caste, sex
D) Intelligence
Q10: Diversity means:
A) Similarity in culture
B) Differences among people
C) Government policy
D) Social reform
Q11: Which right ensures equal job opportunities?
A) Article 14
B) Article 15
C) Article 16
D) Article 19
Q12: Economic inequality is related to:
A) Language
B) Wealth distribution
C) Religion
D) Geography
Q13: Which institution mainly enforces equality laws?
A) Election Commission
B) Planning Commission
C) Supreme Court
D) Finance Commission
Q14: Which is a reason for inequality?
A) Equal education
B) Equal wealth
C) Unequal access to resources
D) Uniform laws
Q15: Which concept promotes fair treatment in society?
A) Justice
B) Discrimination
C) Prejudice
D) Stereotype
Women Change the World
Q16: Who started the first girls’ school in Pune in 1848?
A) Raja Ram Mohan Roy
B) Savitribai Phule
C) Pandita Ramabai
D) Annie Besant
Q17: Who wrote the book “Stri Purush Tulana”?
A) Sarojini Naidu
B) Tarabai Shinde
C) Savitribai Phule
D) Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay
Q18: The Widow Remarriage Act was passed in:
A) 1829
B) 1856
C) 1873
D) 1905
Q19: Who led the Self-Respect Movement against caste and gender discrimination?
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) B.R. Ambedkar
C) E.V. Ramasamy Periyar
D) Jawaharlal Nehru
Q20: Who founded the National Women’s Council in India?
A) Sarojini Naidu
B) Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay
C) Annie Besant
D) Begum Rokeya
Q21: Who was the first woman Prime Minister of India?
A) Sarojini Naidu
B) Pratibha Patil
C) Indira Gandhi
D) Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit
Q22: Which movement aimed at temple entry for all castes?
A) Civil Disobedience Movement
B) Self-Respect Movement
C) Temple Entry Movement
D) Quit India Movement
Q23: Which reformer strongly opposed child marriage?
A) Raja Ram Mohan Roy
B) Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
C) Swami Vivekananda
D) Gopal Krishna Gokhale
Q24: Which woman reformer worked for the education of Muslim girls?
A) Begum Rokeya
B) Sarojini Naidu
C) Savitribai Phule
D) Annie Besant
Q25: The book “Gulamgiri” was written by:
A) Jyotirao Phule
B) Periyar
C) B.R. Ambedkar
D) Lala Lajpat Rai
Q26: Women’s movement mainly aimed at:
A) Economic profits
B) Political power only
C) Gender equality and rights
D) Foreign trade
Q27: Which social reformer started the Self-Respect marriages?
A) Periyar
B) Vivekananda
C) Dayananda Saraswati
D) Rabindranath Tagore
Q28: Which factor mainly pushed girls into schools in India?
A) Industrialization
B) Social reform movements
C) British rule only
D) Urban migration
Q29: Which woman freedom fighter is known as “Nightingale of India”?
A) Sarojini Naidu
B) Lakshmi Sahgal
C) Kasturba Gandhi
D) Annie Besant
Q30: The main aim of educating women is to:
A) Increase population
B) Improve family and society
C) Promote foreign culture
D) Reduce agriculture
Understanding Marginalisation
Q31: Who are called Adivasis in India?
A) Urban workers
B) Indigenous tribal communities
C) Migrant labourers
D) Government officials
Q32: Which problem is mainly faced by Adivasis due to big development projects?
A) Internet problems
B) Climate change
C) Displacement from land
D) Language issues
Q33: Marginalisation means:
A) Giving leadership roles
B) Keeping certain groups away from social, economic and political power
C) Providing government jobs
D) Encouraging cultural exchange
Q34: Which Act recognizes the rights of forest-dwelling communities?
A) Wildlife Protection Act
B) Forest Rights Act, 2006
C) Environmental Protection Act
D) Land Reform Act
Q35: Minority communities are identified mainly on the basis of:
A) Education level
B) Population proportion and culture/language/religion
C) Property ownership
D) Geographic location
Q36: Which commission safeguards the rights of minorities in India?
A) National Human Rights Commission
B) National Commission for Women
C) National Commission for Minorities
D) Backward Classes Commission
Q37: Which factor contributes most to the marginalisation of certain communities?
A) High income levels
B) Social discrimination and lack of education
C) Technological development
D) Urban expansion
Q38: Which type of marginalisation affects Dalits most historically?
A) Economic
B) Cultural
C) Caste-based
D) Regional
Q39: Adivasi livelihoods are traditionally connected to:
A) Banking and finance
B) Marine trade
C) Forest resources and agriculture
D) Information technology
Q40: Which of the following best explains cultural marginalisation?
A) Loss of economic power only
B) Ignoring traditions, language and identity of a group
C) Migration to cities
D) Change of occupation
Q41: Which group mainly faces marginalisation due to nomadic lifestyle?
A) Industrial workers
B) Nomadic tribes
C) University students
D) Business communities
Q42: One major effect of marginalisation on children is:
A) Higher exam scores
B) Limited access to education
C) Increased job opportunities
D) International exposure
Q43: Which provision helps minorities protect their culture and language?
A) Article 19
B) Article 25
C) Article 29
D) Article 32
Q44: Which factor helps reduce marginalisation?
A) Increasing discrimination
B) Social awareness and inclusive policies
C) Isolation of communities
D) Ignoring cultural differences
Q45: Which sector plays a big role in improving conditions of marginalised people?
A) Tourism
B) Education and welfare
C) Space research
D) Entertainment
Confronting Marginalisation
Q46: Which Fundamental Right allows citizens to move court against discrimination?
A) Article 14
B) Article 19
C) Article 32
D) Article 51
Q47: The SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act was enacted in:
A) 1975
B) 1989
C) 1995
D) 2006
Q48: Which law gives legal land rights to Adivasis and forest dwellers?
A) Land Acquisition Act, 2013
B) Forest Rights Act, 2006
C) Environment Protection Act, 1986
D) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
Q49: Which institution mainly ensures justice to marginalised citizens?
A) Planning Commission
B) Supreme Court and High Courts
C) Reserve Bank of India
D) NABARD
Q50: Which right protects Dalits from social discrimination?
A) Right to Property
B) Right to Freedom of Religion
C) Right to Equality
D) Right against Exploitation
Q51: Special courts under the SC/ST Act were formed to:
A) Increase taxes
B) Speed up justice delivery for victims
C) Train police officers
D) Conduct elections
Q52: Adivasi movements mainly demand:
A) More malls and industries
B) Land rights and forest protection
C) Foreign investments
D) Urban housing
Q53: Which body monitors the implementation of minority protection laws?
A) National Commission for Minorities
B) Central Board of Secondary Education
C) Reserve Bank of India
D) Election Commission
Q54: Which type of discrimination mainly affects Dalits?
A) Linguistic
B) Gender
C) Caste-based
D) Regional
Q55: Which provision allows people to get information about government actions?
A) Article 21A
B) Right to Information Act, 2005
C) MGNREGA Act
D) Consumer Protection Act
Q56: Which group benefits from reservation in education and government jobs?
A) All citizens equally
B) SC/ST/OBC and economically weaker sections
C) Only government officers
D) Corporate employees
Q57: Which is a constitutional method to fight inequality?
A) Bribery
B) Violence
C) Using Fundamental Rights and courts
D) Social media only
Q58: Which department handles tribal welfare in India?
A) Ministry of Defence
B) Ministry of Tribal Affairs
C) Ministry of Commerce
D) Ministry of Finance
Q59: Which method ensures social justice for marginalised sections?
A) Economic liberalisation
B) Special legal safeguards
C) Reducing education
D) Urban migration
Q60: Which action best represents confronting marginalisation?
A) Ignoring social injustice
B) Supporting inclusive education and laws
C) Promoting social stereotypes
D) Avoiding constitutional duties
Power Sharing
Q61: Power sharing means:
A) Giving all power to one group
B) Distribution of power among different groups and institutions
C) Removing government power
D) Private control over administration
Q62: Which country faced problems due to majoritarianism?
A) Belgium
B) Sri Lanka
C) India
D) Nepal
Q63: Which community dominated power in Sri Lanka after 1956?
A) Tamil
B) Muslim
C) Sinhalese
D) Christian
Q64: Belgium solved its language problem by:
A) Using majoritarianism
B) Dividing the country
C) Power sharing among communities
D) Military rule
Q65: Which type of power sharing occurs among branches of government?
A) Community-based
B) Horizontal
C) Vertical
D) Social
Q66: Power sharing between central and state governments is called:
A) Horizontal sharing
B) Community sharing
C) Vertical sharing
D) Coalition sharing
Q67: Which model of power sharing gives representation based on social group identity?
A) Horizontal model
B) Community government model
C) Electoral model
D) Presidential model
Q68: Which of the following is NOT a form of power sharing?
A) Horizontal
B) Vertical
C) Community
D) Corporate
Q69: In Belgium, special power is given to which region?
A) Flanders and Wallonia
B) Colombo region
C) Tamil region
D) Punjab region
Q70: Power sharing in democracies ensures:
A) Quick dictatorship
B) Political stability and unity
C) Military dominance
D) Centralised control
Q71: Which country divided power based on ethnic groups to avoid conflict?
A) Sri Lanka
B) Nepal
C) Belgium
D) Myanmar
Q72: The Sinhala Only Act was passed in which year?
A) 1948
B) 1956
C) 1965
D) 1972
Q73: Which is the main advantage of power sharing?
A) Increases corruption
B) Prevents concentration of power
C) Weakens democracy
D) Promotes dictatorship
Q74: Which form of power sharing is common in coalition governments?
A) Horizontal
B) Vertical
C) Community-based
D) Coalition-based
Q75: Power sharing supports which democratic principle?
A) Absolute monarchy
B) Equality and representation
C) Military rule
D) One-party system
Federalism
Q76: Federalism means:
A) Total power with one central government
B) Distribution of power between central and state governments
C) Rule by military
D) Rule by monarchy
Q77: India is described as a:
A) Unitary state
B) Federal state
C) Quasi-federal state
D) Dictatorship
Q78: The distribution of powers in India is mentioned in which Schedule?
A) Fifth Schedule
B) Seventh Schedule
C) Eighth Schedule
D) Ninth Schedule
Q79: How many lists are there in the Seventh Schedule?
A) Two
B) Three
C) Four
D) Five
Q80: Which subject comes under State List?
A) Defence
B) Railways
C) Police
D) Foreign affairs
Q81: Which subject comes under Union List?
A) Agriculture
B) Public health
C) Defence
D) Land revenue
Q82: Education comes under which list after 42nd Amendment?
A) Union List
B) State List
C) Concurrent List
D) Local List
Q83: The concept of federalism was adopted by India from:
A) France
B) USA
C) Britain
D) Japan
Q84: Which type of government system exists in the United Kingdom?
A) Federal
B) Quasi-federal
C) Unitary
D) Presidential
Q85: Which amendment strengthened the power of the central government?
A) 24th Amendment
B) 42nd Amendment
C) 44th Amendment
D) 52nd Amendment
Q86: Which level of government deals with local issues like sanitation and water supply?
A) Central government
B) State government
C) Local government
D) International bodies
Q87: In a federal system, independent judiciary is needed to:
A) Make financial policies
B) Resolve disputes between centre and states
C) Conduct elections
D) Make foreign policies
Q88: Which country has a strong federal system?
A) USA
B) Sri Lanka
C) Nepal
D) UK
Q89: Which body decides disputes related to Centre-State relations?
A) Election Commission
B) Supreme Court
C) Finance Commission
D) Planning Commission
Q90: Federalism promotes:
A) Dictatorship
B) Decentralization of power
C) Centralization of power
D) Military rule
Political Parties
Q91: Why are political parties essential in a democracy?
A) To replace the Constitution
B) To organise representation and policy-making
C) To eliminate opposition
D) To control the judiciary
Q92: A political party is best defined as:
A) A social organisation for cultural activities
B) A group that criticises the government only
C) A group that contests elections and exercises power when elected
D) A private organisation running welfare schemes
Q93: Which of the following is a major function of political parties?
A) Conducting foreign diplomacy
B) Making laws and policies
C) Running private companies
D) Managing courts
Q94: A multi-party system means:
A) Two parties competing for power
B) Only one party ruling permanently
C) Many parties competing and forming governments through alliances
D) No political parties allowed
Q95: Which of the following is a key challenge faced by political parties?
A) Excessive voter participation
B) Lack of internal democracy and transparency
C) Strong role of opposition
D) Availability of digital technology
Q96: Which type of party mainly operates and influences politics in one or a few states?
A) National party
B) State (regional) party
C) Local pressure group
D) Independent candidates group
Q97: Why do coalition governments usually arise in multi-party systems?
A) Because elections are cancelled
B) Because one party never wants power
C) Because no single party gets a clear majority
D) Because courts order it
Q98: State-level parties contribute to democracy mainly by:
A) Reducing political participation
B) Representing regional interests and diversity
C) Weakening federal structure
D) Avoiding elections
Q99: What is the main role of the opposition party in a democracy?
A) To support all government decisions
B) To oppose for personal benefit only
C) To question, criticise and hold the government accountable
D) To disrupt elections
Q100: How do political parties shape public opinion?
A) By appointing judges
B) By influencing policies and public debates through campaigns and manifestos
C) By replacing news media
D) By controlling local businesses
Q101: Which factor best explains the rise of multi-party systems in large democratic countries?
A) Decline of voter participation
B) Cultural and regional diversity of the population
C) Absence of elections
D) Centralized military control
Q102: Which situation most commonly leads to the formation of coalition governments?
A) When voter turnout is very low
B) When no party secures an absolute majority
C) When there are only two political parties
D) When the President appoints a government
Q103: Which role of political parties strengthens accountability in a democracy?
A) Conducting cultural programs
B) Monitoring government actions through opposition and debate
C) Running private institutions
D) Issuing identity cards
Q104: Which statement best describes the concept of political representation?
A) Voters directly rule the country without leaders
B) Political leaders represent the interests and issues of the people in legislatures
C) Courts appoint representatives
D) Media decides national policies
Q105: Why is internal democracy within political parties important for a healthy political system?
A) To reduce the number of parties
B) To ensure leadership comes through open and fair processes
C) To stop elections in states
D) To control voter behavior
Outcomes of Democracy
Q106: One major outcome of democracy is:
A) Military control
B) Centralized dictatorship
C) Accountability of government
D) Removal of elections
Q107: Democracy ensures which of the following for citizens?
A) Absolute power
B) Dignity and freedom
C) One-party dominance
D) Military rule
Q108: Which law strengthens transparency in a democratic system?
A) RTE Act
B) Right to Information Act
C) Forest Rights Act
D) Consumer Protection Act
Q109: Democracy promotes equality by:
A) Limiting voting rights
B) Ensuring equal law for all
C) Banning public discussion
D) Restricting education
Q110: Which of the following is an economic outcome of democracy?
A) Military expansion
B) Development and welfare policies
C) Ban on industries
D) Foreign invasion
Q111: One failure sometimes seen in democracies is:
A) Too much centralization
B) Delay in decision making
C) No elections
D) No freedom of press
Q112: Which factor shows the success of a democratic system?
A) Military strength
B) Level of public participation
C) Number of political parties only
D) Foreign trade
Q113: Democracy encourages people to:
A) Remain silent
B) Participate in decision making
C) Avoid elections
D) Support dictatorship
Q114: Which is a social outcome of democracy?
A) Increased taxes
B) Social justice and equality
C) Military rule
D) Foreign domination
Q115: Which outcome of democracy supports minority rights?
A) Centralization of power
B) Protection of minority interests
C) Removal of diversity
D) Military dominance
Q116: Which democratic value helps resolve conflicts peacefully?
A) Violence
B) Dialogue and debate
C) Suppression
D) Boycott
Q117: Which feature makes democracy better than other forms of government?
A) No elections
B) More transparency and accountability
C) Military control
D) Single leader
Q118: How does democracy help reduce corruption?
A) By removing elections
B) By encouraging public participation and transparency
C) By controlling media
D) By banning courts
Q119: Which is the main aim of democratic elections?
A) Appoint monarchy
B) Choose representatives of the people
C) Remove rights
D) Promote dictatorship
Q120: An important contribution of democracy is:
A) Limiting public voice
B) Encouraging citizen participation and rights
C) Promoting dictatorship
D) Supporting inequality