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 was the role of racism and imperialism in justifying colonial exploitation?

  1. Racism was used to portray indigenous peoples as inferior and deserving of exploitation

  2. Imperialism provided a framework for legitimizing colonial rule and exploitation

  3. Both racism and imperialism were used to justify colonial exploitation

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Both racism and imperialism were used to justify colonial exploitation, with racism portraying indigenous peoples as inferior and deserving of exploitation, and imperialism providing a framework for legitimizing colonial rule and exploitation.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the systematic oppression of a particular language or group of languages?

  1. Linguistic discrimination.

  2. Linguistic genocide.

  3. Linguistic apartheid.

  4. All of the above.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Linguistic discrimination, linguistic genocide, and linguistic apartheid are all terms used to describe the systematic oppression of a particular language or group of languages.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where individuals or groups are denied basic human rights and opportunities?

  1. Poverty

  2. Social exclusion

  3. Discrimination

  4. Human rights violations
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Human rights violations refer to the denial of basic human rights and opportunities to individuals or groups, often resulting in poverty, social exclusion, and discrimination.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where individuals or groups are unable to meet their basic needs, such as food, shelter, and clothing?

  1. Poverty

  2. Social exclusion

  3. Discrimination

  4. Human rights violations
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Poverty refers to the phenomenon where individuals or groups are unable to meet their basic needs, such as food, shelter, and clothing, often due to lack of resources or opportunities.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where individuals or groups are denied access to basic services and resources, such as education, healthcare, and employment?

  1. Poverty

  2. Social exclusion

  3. Discrimination

  4. Human rights violations
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Social exclusion refers to the phenomenon where individuals or groups are denied access to basic services and resources, such as education, healthcare, and employment, often due to factors such as poverty, discrimination, or lack of opportunity.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where individuals or groups are denied access to basic human rights, such as the right to life, liberty, and security?

  1. Poverty

  2. Social exclusion

  3. Discrimination

  4. Human rights violations
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Human rights violations refer to the denial of basic human rights, such as the right to life, liberty, and security, often resulting in poverty, social exclusion, and discrimination.

Multiple choice

How does the concept of varna relate to the concept of race?

  1. Varna is a more specific category than race.

  2. Race is a more specific category than varna.

  3. Varna and race are equivalent concepts.

  4. Varna and race are unrelated concepts.
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Explanation

Varna is a more specific category than race because it refers to a specific social group within Indian society, while race is a broader category that refers to a group of people who share certain physical characteristics.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals are excluded from mainstream society due to their deviant labels?

  1. Stigmatization

  2. Marginalization

  3. Social isolation

  4. Outcasting
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Explanation

Stigmatization refers to the social process of labeling, stereotyping, and discriminating against individuals based on perceived differences or attributes.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the systematic and institutionalized oppression of one racial or ethnic group by another?

  1. Racism

  2. Xenophobia

  3. Ethnocentrism

  4. Discrimination
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Explanation

Racism is a complex phenomenon that involves prejudice, discrimination, and institutional power, and it can manifest in various forms, including individual, institutional, and systemic racism.

Multiple choice

Which policy or approach aims to promote equal opportunities and outcomes for all racial and ethnic groups?

  1. Affirmative Action

  2. Colorblindness

  3. Multiculturalism

  4. Integration
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Explanation

Affirmative Action policies are designed to address historical and ongoing discrimination by providing preferential treatment to historically disadvantaged groups in areas such as education, employment, and contracting.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the belief that one's own racial or ethnic group is superior to others?

  1. Ethnocentrism

  2. Xenophobia

  3. Racism

  4. Nationalism
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Explanation

Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture and way of life is superior to others, and it can lead to prejudice and discrimination against those who are different.

Multiple choice

Which policy or approach aims to promote racial and ethnic diversity in institutions and organizations?

  1. Affirmative Action

  2. Colorblindness

  3. Multiculturalism

  4. Integration
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Multiculturalism policies and practices aim to celebrate and promote the cultural diversity of a society, recognizing the value of different cultural backgrounds and perspectives.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the separation of racial or ethnic groups within a society, often enforced through laws or social norms?

  1. Segregation

  2. Assimilation

  3. Integration

  4. Pluralism
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Explanation

Segregation refers to the physical and social separation of racial or ethnic groups, often resulting in unequal access to resources and opportunities.

Multiple choice

Which policy or approach aims to eliminate racial and ethnic discrimination and promote equal opportunities for all?

  1. Affirmative Action

  2. Colorblindness

  3. Multiculturalism

  4. Integration
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Colorblindness policies and practices aim to treat all individuals equally, regardless of their race or ethnicity, and to eliminate racial and ethnic considerations in decision-making.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the belief that racial and ethnic groups should be treated equally and have equal rights and opportunities?

  1. Equality

  2. Equity

  3. Diversity

  4. Inclusion
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Explanation

Equality refers to the state of being equal in terms of rights, opportunities, and treatment, regardless of race or ethnicity.