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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 the term used to describe the practice of portraying people of color in a positive or idealized manner?

  1. Positive stereotyping

  2. Colorblind casting

  3. Tokenism

  4. Affirmative action
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Explanation

Positive stereotyping is the practice of portraying people of color in a positive or idealized manner, often in a way that ignores the very real challenges and discrimination that they face.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of positive stereotyping in the representation of race and ethnicity in the media?

  1. Portraying people of color as intelligent and successful

  2. Ignoring the experiences of people of color

  3. Overrepresenting people of color in positive roles

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Positive stereotyping is the practice of portraying people of color in a positive or idealized manner, often in a way that ignores the very real challenges and discrimination that they face.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the practice of hiring people of color in media positions in order to increase diversity?

  1. Affirmative action

  2. Colorblind casting

  3. Tokenism

  4. Positive stereotyping
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Explanation

Affirmative action is the practice of hiring people of color in media positions in order to increase diversity. This practice is often used to address the historical underrepresentation of people of color in the media.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of affirmative action in the representation of race and ethnicity in the media?

  1. Hiring a person of color to be a news anchor

  2. Hiring a person of color to be a producer

  3. Hiring a person of color to be a writer

  4. All of the above
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Affirmative action is the practice of hiring people of color in media positions in order to increase diversity. This practice is often used to address the historical underrepresentation of people of color in the media.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the practice of casting actors of different races or ethnicities in roles that were traditionally played by actors of a different race or ethnicity?

  1. Colorblind casting

  2. Affirmative action

  3. Tokenism

  4. Positive stereotyping
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Explanation

Colorblind casting is the practice of casting actors of different races or ethnicities in roles that were traditionally played by actors of a different race or ethnicity. This practice is often used to challenge stereotypes and promote diversity in the media.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of colorblind casting in the representation of race and ethnicity in the media?

  1. Casting a black actor to play the role of a white character

  2. Casting a white actor to play the role of a black character

  3. Casting a Hispanic actor to play the role of an Asian character

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Colorblind casting is the practice of casting actors of different races or ethnicities in roles that were traditionally played by actors of a different race or ethnicity. This practice is often used to challenge stereotypes and promote diversity in the media.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of inclusive media in the representation of race and ethnicity?

  1. A television show that features a diverse cast of characters

  2. A movie that tells the story of a person of color

  3. A news article that covers the experiences of people of color

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Inclusive media is the practice of creating media images and messages that are inclusive of people of all races and ethnicities. This practice is often used to challenge stereotypes, promote diversity, and create a more accurate representation of the world.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Ethnocentrism

  2. Xenophobia

  3. Racism

  4. Sexism
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Ethnocentrism refers to the belief that one's own culture or social group is superior to others.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the situation when a person or household experiences poverty due to discrimination or social exclusion?

  1. Absolute poverty

  2. Relative poverty

  3. Situational poverty

  4. Social poverty
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Social poverty refers to poverty caused by discrimination or social exclusion, such as racism, sexism, or xenophobia.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of housing discrimination?

  1. Racial discrimination

  2. Gender discrimination

  3. Disability discrimination

  4. Age discrimination
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Age discrimination is not a type of housing discrimination, while the other options are.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the practice of using models of color to appeal to a diverse audience while maintaining a predominantly white workforce and leadership?

  1. Tokenism

  2. Diversity Washing

  3. Inclusion Marketing

  4. Multicultural Marketing
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Explanation

Tokenism refers to the practice of hiring or featuring a small number of individuals from marginalized groups to create the appearance of diversity while systemic issues remain unaddressed.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the use of language to perpetuate or challenge racial stereotypes and prejudices?

  1. Racial framing

  2. Racial profiling

  3. Racial microaggressions

  4. Racial colorblindness
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Racial framing refers to the use of language to present or interpret information in a way that reinforces or challenges racial stereotypes and prejudices.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the process by which racial categories and identities are constructed and maintained through language?

  1. Racialization

  2. Racial essentialism

  3. Racial segregation

  4. Racial discrimination
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Racialization refers to the social and political processes by which racial categories and identities are created, reinforced, and given meaning, often through the use of language and discourse.

Multiple choice

Which concept refers to the idea that race is a social construct rather than a biological reality?

  1. Racial constructivism

  2. Racial realism

  3. Racial determinism

  4. Racial essentialism
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Racial constructivism posits that race is a social and cultural construct, shaped by historical, political, and economic factors, rather than a fixed biological category.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the use of language to express or challenge racial microaggressions?

  1. Racial counter-speech

  2. Racial allyship

  3. Racial empathy

  4. Racial colorblindness
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Racial counter-speech refers to the use of language to challenge or respond to racial microaggressions, which are subtle forms of racism that can be expressed verbally or nonverbally.