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

What is the primary cause of prejudice?

  1. Lack of education

  2. Negative stereotypes

  3. Fear of the unknown

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Prejudice is often caused by a combination of factors, including lack of education, negative stereotypes, and fear of the unknown.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the belief that one's own group is superior to all others?

  1. Racism

  2. Sexism

  3. Ethnocentrism

  4. Xenophobia
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Explanation

Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture or group is superior to all others.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a form of discrimination?

  1. Racism

  2. Sexism

  3. Ageism

  4. Empathy
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Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. It is not a form of discrimination.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the practice of treating people differently based on their race or ethnicity?

  1. Racism

  2. Sexism

  3. Classism

  4. Ageism
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Explanation

Racism is the practice of treating people differently based on their race or ethnicity.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of sexism?

  1. Gender inequality

  2. Economic inequality

  3. Increased crime rates

  4. Improved health outcomes
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Explanation

Sexism can lead to a variety of negative consequences, including gender inequality, economic inequality, and increased crime rates. However, it does not typically lead to improved health outcomes.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the practice of treating people differently based on their social class?

  1. Racism

  2. Sexism

  3. Classism

  4. Ageism
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Explanation

Classism is the practice of treating people differently based on their social class.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the practice of treating people differently based on their age?

  1. Racism

  2. Sexism

  3. Classism

  4. Ageism
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Explanation

Ageism is the practice of treating people differently based on their age.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the practice of treating people differently based on their disability?

  1. Racism

  2. Sexism

  3. Classism

  4. Ableism
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Explanation

Ableism is the practice of treating people differently based on their disability.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the deliberate killing of a large group of people, often based on their ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs?

  1. Genocide

  2. Crimes Against Humanity

  3. War Crimes

  4. Ethnic Cleansing
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Explanation

Genocide is the deliberate killing of a large group of people, often based on their ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs, with the intent to destroy the group in whole or in part.

Multiple choice

Which social group has historically faced the greatest barriers to education?

  1. Women

  2. African Americans

  3. Immigrants

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

All of the social groups listed have historically faced barriers to education, such as discrimination, poverty, and lack of access to schools.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common form of discrimination faced by tribal and indigenous communities?

  1. Stereotyping and Prejudice

  2. Limited Access to Education and Healthcare

  3. Cultural Assimilation

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Tribal and indigenous communities often face stereotyping and prejudice, limited access to education and healthcare, and cultural assimilation.

Multiple choice

What does intersectionality refer to in the context of animal rights activism?

  1. Considering the interconnectedness of various forms of oppression and discrimination.

  2. Focusing solely on the rights of animals without considering human rights.

  3. Prioritizing the rights of certain animal species over others.

  4. Ignoring the impact of animal agriculture on the environment.
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Explanation

Intersectionality in animal rights activism acknowledges that the experiences of animals are influenced by factors such as species, breed, ability, and their relationship to humans. It recognizes that addressing animal rights issues requires considering these intersections and the unique challenges faced by different animals.

Multiple choice

The process by which individuals or groups are excluded from participating fully in society is known as:

  1. Discrimination

  2. Marginalization

  3. Segregation

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Discrimination, marginalization, and segregation are all forms of social exclusion. Social exclusion refers to the process by which individuals or groups are excluded from participating fully in society. This can be due to factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, disability, or sexual orientation.

Multiple choice

Which term is considered offensive and perpetuates negative stereotypes about African Americans?

  1. African American

  2. Black

  3. Colored

  4. Negro
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Explanation

The term "Negro" has a long history of being used in a derogatory manner and is considered offensive and outdated. It is important to use respectful and appropriate language when referring to people of different races.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the process of using language to exclude or marginalize certain groups of people?

  1. Linguistic Discrimination

  2. Language Exclusion

  3. Discourse Marginalization

  4. Language Segregation
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Explanation

Linguistic discrimination refers to the use of language to exclude or marginalize certain groups of people based on their race, gender, ethnicity, or other social identities.