Globalisation and Social Change Ch (6) Book – 2 Practice Quiz in English Part – 1 || Class 12 Sociology Practice Quizzes in English Posted on March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 by Anshul Gupta0% 0 votes, 0 avg 1 Globalisation and Social Change Ch (6) Book – 2Practice Quiz in English Part – 1 || Class 12 Sociology Practice Quizzes in English 1 / 201. What is the major challenge in addressing the concerns of OBCs? A. The large disparities within the group B. Their lack of political representation C. Their small population size D. Their concentration in remote areas Explanation: The significant economic and social differences between upper and lower OBCs make it challenging to address their concerns collectively.2 / 202. What is the policy of setting aside seats for members of Scheduled Castes and Tribes in public life known as? A. Quotas B. Reservations C. Social inclusion D. Affirmative action Explanation: Reservations refer to the policy of reserving seats in education, employment, and legislatures for SCs and STs.3 / 203. What is the literal meaning of the term ‘Adivasi’? A. Original inhabitants B. Nomadic tribes C. Landless laborers D. Forest dwellers Explanation: ‘Adivasi’ signifies the indigenous status of tribal communities as the original inhabitants of a region.4 / 204. What was the major policy change regarding forests implemented by the British colonial government? A. Granting land ownership to Adivasis B. Reserving most forests for government use C. Promoting shifting cultivation D. Encouraging industrialization in tribal areas Explanation: The British colonial government restricted Adivasi access to forests, leading to their displacement and economic hardship.5 / 205. What is the term used for the ex-untouchable castes? A. Harijan B. Shudra C. Dalit D. Brahmin Explanation: The term ‘Dalit’ is now the widely accepted term for the ex-untouchable castes, signifying their oppressed status.6 / 206. What is the purpose of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act of 1989? A. To promote education B. To provide economic assistance C. To punish acts of violence and humiliation against Dalits and Adivasis D. To encourage inter-caste marriages Explanation: The Act aims to protect SCs and STs from atrocities and discrimination.7 / 207. What term do sociologists use to describe the system of ranking categories of people in a society? A. Social exclusion B. Social inequality C. Social discrimination D. Social stratification Explanation: Social stratification refers to the hierarchical ranking of social categories within a society.8 / 208. Which of the following is NOT a key principle of social stratification? A. It persists over generations B. It is supported by beliefs C. It is based on individual differences D. It is a characteristic of society Explanation: Social stratification is a society-wide system, not solely based on individual differences.9 / 209. What is the constitutional basis for the term ‘Other Backward Classes’ (OBCs)? A. Socially and economically backward classes B. Socially and politically backward classes C. Culturally and linguistically backward classes D. Socially and educationally backward classes Explanation: The Constitution recognizes OBCs as groups that are socially and educationally disadvantaged.10 / 2010. What is the term for the practice of marrying within one’s own caste? A. Endogamy B. Monogamy C. Polygamy D. Exogamy Explanation: Endogamy reinforces social inequality by restricting marriage to members within the same caste.11 / 2011. What does discrimination refer to? A. Internal biases B. Attitudes and opinions C. Pre-conceived notions D. Actual behavior towards a group Explanation: Discrimination involves actions and practices that exclude or disadvantage certain groups.12 / 2012. What is the most comprehensive form of social discrimination in India? A. Gender discrimination B. Economic discrimination C. Caste discrimination D. Religious discrimination Explanation: The text highlights caste discrimination, particularly untouchability, as a severe form of social exclusion in India.13 / 2013. What does social exclusion focus on? A. Economic differences B. Cultural differences C. Individual choices D. Factors preventing full involvement in society Explanation: Social exclusion examines the barriers that prevent individuals or groups from participating fully in society.14 / 2014. Who headed the First Backward Classes Commission? A. Kaka Kalelkar B. Jawaharlal Nehru C. M.N. Srinivas D. B.P. Mandal Explanation: The First Backward Classes Commission was headed by Kaka Kalelkar and submitted its report in 1953.15 / 2015. What are stereotypes? A. Always negative B. Fixed and inflexible characterizations of a group C. Flexible descriptions of a group D. Based on direct evidence Explanation: Stereotypes are rigid and generalized portrayals of a group of people.16 / 2016. What does the South American proverb suggest about hard labor? A. It is mostly done by the poor B. It is the key to success C. It is not rewarding D. It is valued by the rich Explanation: The proverb implies that if hard labor were truly valuable, the rich would keep it for themselves, indicating that it’s primarily done by the poor.17 / 2017. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a common sight in India that reflects social inequality? A. Children working as domestic help B. Beggars on the streets C. Women driving taxis D. Children denied education Explanation: The text doesn’t mention women driving taxis as an example of social inequality.18 / 2018. What is the main focus of Chapter 5? A. The role of family and market in society B. Patterns of social inequality and exclusion C. The history of Indian social reform movements D. The importance of education Explanation: Chapter 5 specifically examines how social institutions contribute to inequality and exclusion in Indian society.19 / 2019. What does the term ‘prejudice’ literally mean? A. Post-judgment B. Non-judgment C. Misjudgment D. Pre-judgment Explanation: Prejudice refers to opinions formed in advance without considering evidence.20 / 2020. What is the common tendency when people recognize inequality and exclusion? A. To consider them deserved B. To ignore them C. To blame society D. To challenge them Explanation: The text states that people often rationalize inequality and exclusion as being ‘deserved’ or ‘justified’.Please insert your information to see your ranking अपनी Ranking जानने के लिए कृपया अपनी जानकारी भरे NamePhone Number Your score isThe average score is 70% 0% Restart quiz Category: Class 12 Sociology Quizzes in English
