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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

What is affirmative action?

  1. A set of policies and practices designed to eliminate discrimination and promote equal opportunity

  2. A form of discrimination that favors certain groups over others

  3. A government program that provides financial assistance to low-income families

  4. A law that prohibits discrimination based on religion
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Explanation

Affirmative action refers to policies and practices aimed at eliminating discrimination and promoting equal opportunity for historically marginalized groups.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a social policy that aims to reduce discrimination?

  1. Anti-discrimination laws

  2. Affirmative action programs

  3. Equal opportunity employment policies

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Anti-discrimination laws, affirmative action programs, and equal opportunity employment policies are all examples of social policies designed to reduce discrimination and promote equal opportunities for all.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a dimension of social stratification?

  1. Class

  2. Race

  3. Gender

  4. Age
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Explanation

Age is not a dimension of social stratification, as it is not a socially constructed category that is used to rank individuals in society.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the practice of excluding or marginalizing individuals based on their body size?

  1. Body shaming

  2. Body neutrality

  3. Body positivity

  4. Body acceptance
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Explanation

Body shaming refers to the practice of criticizing, mocking, or discriminating against individuals based on their body size or appearance.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common form of racial discrimination?

  1. Redlining

  2. Affirmative action

  3. Racial profiling

  4. Hate crimes
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Affirmative action is a policy that aims to increase opportunities for members of historically disadvantaged groups. It is not a form of racial discrimination.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common form of ethnic discrimination?

  1. Xenophobia

  2. Ethnocentrism

  3. Cultural appropriation

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Xenophobia is the fear or hatred of foreigners, ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture is superior to all others, and cultural appropriation is the adoption of elements of a minority culture by members of a dominant culture.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to racial and ethnic inequality?

  1. Racism

  2. Ethnocentrism

  3. Discrimination

  4. Socioeconomic status
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Explanation

Socioeconomic status is not a factor that contributes to racial and ethnic inequality. In fact, it is often the result of racial and ethnic inequality.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a strategy for reducing racial and ethnic inequality?

  1. Affirmative action

  2. Anti-discrimination laws

  3. Education

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Affirmative action, anti-discrimination laws, and education are all strategies for reducing racial and ethnic inequality.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a theory that explains how race and ethnicity are used to maintain social stratification?

  1. Racial formation theory

  2. Racialization theory

  3. Ethnoracial stratification theory

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Racial formation theory, racialization theory, and ethnoracial stratification theory are all theories that explain how race and ethnicity are used to maintain social stratification.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a term used to describe the process by which racial and ethnic groups are assigned different social and economic positions?

  1. Racialization

  2. Ethnoracial stratification

  3. Social stratification

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Racialization is the process by which racial and ethnic groups are assigned different social and economic positions.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a term used to describe the system of social stratification based on race and ethnicity?

  1. Racial formation

  2. Racialization

  3. Ethnoracial stratification

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Ethnoracial stratification is the system of social stratification based on race and ethnicity.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a term used to describe the process by which racial and ethnic groups are separated from each other?

  1. Segregation

  2. Apartheid

  3. Jim Crow

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Segregation, apartheid, and Jim Crow are all terms used to describe the process by which racial and ethnic groups are separated from each other.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a term used to describe the process by which racial and ethnic groups are brought together?

  1. Integration

  2. Desegregation

  3. Busing

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Integration, desegregation, and busing are all terms used to describe the process by which racial and ethnic groups are brought together.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a term used to describe the process by which racial and ethnic groups are given equal opportunities?

  1. Equality

  2. Equity

  3. Justice

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Equality, equity, and justice are all terms used to describe the process by which racial and ethnic groups are given equal opportunities.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a term used to describe the process by which racial and ethnic groups are reconciled after a period of conflict?

  1. Reconciliation

  2. Truth and reconciliation

  3. Healing

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Reconciliation, truth and reconciliation, and healing are all terms used to describe the process by which racial and ethnic groups are reconciled after a period of conflict.