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 term used to describe the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is eligible to vote?

  1. Voter suppression

  2. Racial profiling

  3. Gerrymandering

  4. Vote dilution
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Explanation

Voter suppression is the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is eligible to vote. This can be done through a variety of methods, such as restrictive voter ID laws, purging voter rolls, and intimidation.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the movement of individuals or groups between different social classes?

  1. Social Mobility

  2. Social Stratification

  3. Economic Inequality

  4. Social Class
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Explanation

Social mobility refers to the movement of individuals or groups between different social classes, either upward or downward.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals or groups are assigned to different social classes?

  1. Social Stratification

  2. Economic Inequality

  3. Social Mobility

  4. Social Class
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Explanation

Social stratification refers to the process by which individuals or groups are assigned to different social classes, based on factors such as income, wealth, education, and occupation.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the idea that social stratification is harmful to society and that it should be eliminated?

  1. Social Egalitarianism

  2. Social Justice

  3. Social Democracy

  4. Socialism
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Explanation

Social egalitarianism is the idea that social stratification is harmful to society and that it should be eliminated.

Multiple choice

What are some examples of subcultures that have been used to promote racial and ethnic understanding?

  1. The civil rights movement

  2. The Black Power movement

  3. The Chicano movement

  4. All of the above.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The civil rights movement, the Black Power movement, and the Chicano movement are all examples of subcultures that have been used to promote racial and ethnic understanding. These subcultures have raised awareness of racism and discrimination, provided a platform for people to speak out against racism and discrimination, and challenged racist and discriminatory ideologies and values.

Multiple choice

Which term refers to the social, political, and economic advantages enjoyed by white people in a society where whiteness is the dominant racial group?

  1. White privilege

  2. Racial superiority

  3. Colorblindness

  4. Affirmative action
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Explanation

White privilege refers to the systemic advantages and unearned benefits that white people experience in a society where whiteness is the dominant racial group.

Multiple choice

What is the concept of 'racial formation' associated with?

  1. Racial categories and identities

  2. Genetic differences between races

  3. Racial discrimination and segregation

  4. Racial stereotypes and prejudices
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Explanation

Racial formation refers to the social and historical processes that create and maintain racial categories and identities.

Multiple choice

Which term refers to the process by which white people maintain their dominance and privilege through various mechanisms?

  1. White supremacy

  2. Institutional racism

  3. Racial profiling

  4. Colorblind racism
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Explanation

White supremacy refers to the belief that white people are superior to other racial groups and the system of domination and oppression that maintains this belief.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the process by which white people attempt to distance themselves from their racial identity and privilege?

  1. White flight

  2. Racial passing

  3. Colorblindness

  4. Affirmative action
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Racial passing refers to the practice of a person of color presenting themselves as white in order to avoid discrimination and gain access to privileges reserved for white people.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the process by which white people attempt to maintain their dominance and privilege by excluding or marginalizing other racial groups?

  1. White supremacy

  2. Institutional racism

  3. Racial profiling

  4. Colorblind racism
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Institutional racism refers to the systemic and ingrained racial discrimination that exists within institutions and structures of society.

Multiple choice

Which term refers to the tendency to view whiteness as the ideal or superior racial category?

  1. White supremacy

  2. Colorblind racism

  3. Racial fetishism

  4. White privilege
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Racial fetishism refers to the sexualization and idealization of whiteness, often associated with the objectification and commodification of people of color.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the process by which white people attempt to maintain their dominance and privilege by asserting their superiority over other racial groups?

  1. White supremacy

  2. Institutional racism

  3. Racial profiling

  4. Colorblind racism
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Explanation

White supremacy refers to the belief that white people are superior to other racial groups and the system of domination and oppression that maintains this belief.

Multiple choice

Which term refers to the tendency to view whiteness as the norm or standard against which other cultures are judged?

  1. White normativity

  2. Cultural hegemony

  3. Ethnocentrism

  4. Xenophobia
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Explanation

White normativity refers to the idea that white culture and values are seen as the norm or standard against which other cultures are judged.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the process by which white people attempt to maintain their dominance and privilege by excluding or marginalizing other racial groups?

  1. White supremacy

  2. Institutional racism

  3. Racial profiling

  4. Colorblind racism
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Institutional racism refers to the systemic and ingrained racial discrimination that exists within institutions and structures of society.

Multiple choice

Which term refers to the tendency to view whiteness as the ideal or superior racial category?

  1. White supremacy

  2. Colorblind racism

  3. Racial fetishism

  4. White privilege
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Racial fetishism refers to the sexualization and idealization of whiteness, often associated with the objectification and commodification of people of color.