Social Science ยท Civics Polity

Social Inequality and Discrimination

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Social inequality and discrimination involve the unequal distribution of resources and opportunities based on race, class, or gender. These concepts are frequently tested in UPSC, state PSC, and SSC exams. Practicing these questions helps clarify key sociological theories and structural challenges.

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Social Inequality and Discrimination Questions

Multiple choice

Which minority group was the target of discrimination and violence in Latin America during World War II?

  1. Indigenous peoples

  2. Afro-Latinos

  3. Mestizos

  4. Mulattos
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Explanation

All of the above minority groups were the target of discrimination and violence in Latin America during World War II.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds tend to have poorer health outcomes compared to those from higher socioeconomic backgrounds?

  1. Health inequality

  2. Social gradient in health

  3. Health disparity

  4. Socioeconomic health gap
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The social gradient in health refers to the systematic relationship between socioeconomic status and health outcomes, where lower socioeconomic status is associated with poorer health.

Multiple choice

What is the conservative position on affirmative action?

  1. It is necessary to achieve equality

  2. It is unfair and should be abolished

  3. It is necessary in some cases but not others

  4. It should be decided by the individual states
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Conservatives believe that affirmative action can be necessary to achieve equality in some cases, but that it should not be used to discriminate against anyone.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a social conflict?

  1. A war between two countries

  2. A protest against a government policy

  3. A strike by workers

  4. A disagreement between two friends
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Explanation

Social conflicts are disagreements between groups of people that can lead to violence or other forms of disruption.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals or groups are prevented from moving up the social ladder due to structural barriers and discrimination?

  1. Social exclusion

  2. Social immobility

  3. Social stratification

  4. Social inequality
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Explanation

Social exclusion refers to the process by which individuals or groups are prevented from moving up the social ladder due to structural barriers and discrimination, such as racism, sexism, or classism.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the idea that poverty is a result of systemic factors, such as discrimination, lack of opportunity, or inadequate social policies?

  1. The deserving poor

  2. The undeserving poor

  3. The culture of poverty

  4. The structural approach to poverty
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The structural approach to poverty suggests that poverty is a result of systemic factors, such as discrimination, lack of opportunity, or inadequate social policies, rather than individual choices or behaviors.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of how racism can manifest itself in sports?

  1. The use of racial slurs by athletes or fans.

  2. The segregation of athletes or teams based on race.

  3. The denial of opportunities to athletes based on race.

  4. All of the above.
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Explanation

All of the above are examples of how racism can manifest itself in sports.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of how discrimination can manifest itself in sports?

  1. The denial of opportunities to athletes based on race.

  2. The use of racial slurs by athletes or fans.

  3. The segregation of athletes or teams based on race.

  4. All of the above.
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Explanation

All of the above are examples of how discrimination can manifest itself in sports.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a challenge that athletes of color face in sports?

  1. Racism.

  2. Segregation.

  3. Discrimination.

  4. All of the above.
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Explanation

All of the above are challenges that athletes of color face in sports.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the caste system and its impact on society?

  1. Masaan

  2. Article 15

  3. Sairat

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the mentioned films, 'Masaan', 'Article 15', and 'Sairat', have received critical acclaim for their realistic and thought-provoking portrayal of the caste system and its consequences.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the practice of denying mortgages to certain neighborhoods based on racial or ethnic composition?

  1. Redlining.

  2. Blockbusting.

  3. White flight.

  4. Urban renewal.
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Explanation

Redlining is the practice of denying mortgages to certain neighborhoods based on racial or ethnic composition.

Multiple choice

How does advertising reinforce the idea of the "ideal" female body?

  1. By portraying women with slim, toned figures as the norm, creating a sense of aspiration and comparison among viewers.

  2. By using images of women eating healthy and nutritious foods, suggesting that this is the key to achieving the ideal body.

  3. By associating thinness with beauty, success, and desirability, creating a cultural pressure to conform to this standard.

  4. All of the above.
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Explanation

Advertising often reinforces the idea of the "ideal" female body by portraying thin, toned women as the norm, associating thinness with beauty and success, and using images of women eating healthy foods to create a sense of aspiration and comparison.

Multiple choice

What is the central idea of the concept of race in Indian politics?

  1. The division of society into distinct groups based on physical characteristics.

  2. The belief that one race is superior to another.

  3. The recognition of the diversity of human populations and the need for equality.

  4. The promotion of interracial harmony and understanding.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The concept of race in Indian politics is based on the idea that all human beings are equal and should be treated with respect, regardless of their physical characteristics.

Multiple choice

What is the concept of 'Dalit' in Indian philosophy of race?

  1. It refers to the lowest caste in the Indian caste system, who have historically been subjected to severe discrimination and oppression.

  2. It refers to the concept of racial purity and the preservation of racial identity.

  3. It refers to the idea of racial difference and the diversity of racial groups.

  4. It refers to the concept of racial harmony and the peaceful coexistence of different racial groups.
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Explanation

The concept of 'Dalit' in Indian philosophy of race refers to the lowest caste in the Indian caste system, who have historically been subjected to severe discrimination and oppression, highlighting their unique experiences and struggles.

Multiple choice

What is the concept of 'racialization' in Indian philosophy of race?

  1. It refers to the process by which certain groups of people are categorized and assigned racial identities based on physical characteristics, social status, or cultural practices.

  2. It refers to the concept of racial purity and the preservation of racial identity.

  3. It refers to the idea of racial difference and the diversity of racial groups.

  4. It refers to the concept of racial harmony and the peaceful coexistence of different racial groups.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The concept of 'racialization' in Indian philosophy of race refers to the process by which certain groups of people are categorized and assigned racial identities based on physical characteristics, social status, or cultural practices, highlighting the social construction of race.