This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Cbse > Class 10 > Political Science > Gender > Class 10 Political Science Chapter 4 Gender, Religion And Caste – Quiz 1 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 10 Political Science Chapter 4 Gender, Religion And Caste Quiz 1 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Women in India are discriminated in; A) Political life. B) Social life. C) Economic life. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 2. 'Equal wages act' signifies: A) Law that deal with family related matter. B) Law provides that equal wages should be paid for equal jobs for both men and women. C) An Act which signifies that all work inside the home is done by the women of the family. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Law provides that equal wages should be paid for equal jobs for both men and women. 3. What is the danger of viewing religion as the basis of a nation? A) Encouraging cultural exchange. B) Promoting peace. C) Enhancing national pride. D) Fostering division and conflict. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Fostering division and conflict. 4. When is a caste considered a 'vote bank' for a political party? A) When the caste doesn't participate in elections. B) When the entire caste supports a party. C) When the caste votes for multiple parties. D) When a large portion of the caste votes for a party. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) When a large portion of the caste votes for a party. 5. What is the potential consequence of extreme communalism? A) Formation of separate nations. B) Cultural diversity. C) Unity among religious groups. D) Shared political power. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Formation of separate nations. 6. What is gender equality and why is it important in society? A) Gender equality is the equal rights and opportunities for all genders, and it is important for fairness, economic growth, and social cohesion. B) Gender equality is about men and women competing against each other. C) Gender equality means having more women in leadership roles only. D) Gender equality is the belief that one gender is superior to others. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Gender equality is the equal rights and opportunities for all genders, and it is important for fairness, economic growth, and social cohesion. 7. Indian society is mainly A) Patriarchal. B) Unsocialized. C) Democratic. D) Matriarchal. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Patriarchal. 8. What role do 'backward' and 'forward' caste groups play in politics? A) They have no influence on decision-making. B) They promote unity among different castes. C) They create further divisions within society. D) They are irrelevant in the political context. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They create further divisions within society. 9. Patriarchal society means ..... A) A society dominated by men. B) A society dominated by women. C) A society where there is equality between men and women. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A society dominated by men. 10. Religion can never be separated from politics. What he meant by religion was not any particular religion like Hinduism or Islam but moral values that inform all religions. Who said it A) JN. Nehru. B) Dr Ambedkar. C) Mak Gandhi. D) EV Ramaswami Periyar. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Mak Gandhi. 11. List three major religions practiced in India. A) Hinduism, Islam, Christianity. B) Sikhism. C) Jainism. D) Buddhism. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Hinduism, Islam, Christianity. 12. What is the core belief behind casteism's influence on politics? A) Caste has no relevance in social communities. B) Caste is purely an economic construct. C) Caste is the sole basis of social community. D) People from different castes share interests. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Caste is the sole basis of social community. 13. What kind of social division is discussed in the text, apart from gender? A) Political division. B) Cultural division. C) Religious division. D) Economic division. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Religious division. 14. How do caste groups attempt to expand their influence in politics? A) They isolate themselves from neighboring castes. B) They aim to incorporate other excluded castes. C) They promote exclusion and hierarchy within their caste. D) They remain stagnant in their political strategies. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) They aim to incorporate other excluded castes. 15. What is the basis of communal politics, according to the text? A) Political ideologies. B) Economic interests. C) Cultural diversity. D) Religious differences. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Religious differences. 16. What is the ultimate consequence of extreme communalism? A) Formation of separate nations. B) Unity among religious groups. C) Cultural diversity. D) Religious harmony. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Formation of separate nations. 17. Which among the following statement about India's Constitution is wrong? A) Prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion. B) Gives official status to one religion. C) Provides all individuals freedom to profess any religion. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Gives official status to one religion. 18. How has politics influenced the caste system? A) Caste groups have become isolated from each other. B) Castes avoid any coalition with other groups. C) Caste groups have expanded to include previously excluded castes. D) Caste groups have abandoned their identities. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Caste groups have expanded to include previously excluded castes. 19. How does caste politics affect society in terms of unity and division? A) It promotes unity and harmony within society. B) It has no impact on social dynamics. C) It can lead to tensions, conflicts, and violence. D) It encourages complete separation of castes. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It can lead to tensions, conflicts, and violence. 20. Feminst Movement are aimed at; A) Power. B) Participation. C) Liberty. D) Equality. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Equality. 21. According to the text, what did Gandhiji mean by "religion" when discussing its role in politics? A) Religious leaders. B) Moral values from various religions. C) Political ideologies. D) Specific religious practices. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Moral values from various religions. 22. In the context of caste politics, why is exclusive attention to caste problematic? A) It promotes unity and social harmony. B) It diverts focus from important issues like poverty. C) It encourages constructive dialogue among communities. D) It leads to overall development and prosperity. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It diverts focus from important issues like poverty. 23. The women's movement is called A) Female Agitation. B) Feminist Movement. C) Female Movement. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Feminist Movement. 24. How does communalism impact democracy, as per the text? A) It enhances democratic values. B) It has no effect on democracy. C) It challenges democratic ideals. D) It fosters cooperation among religious groups. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It challenges democratic ideals. 25. How has caste politics helped disadvantaged communities? A) It has deepened discrimination. B) It has improved access to decision-making for Dalits. C) It has led to exclusion from politics. D) It has created tensions and conflicts. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It has improved access to decision-making for Dalits. 26. What happens when various caste groups form coalitions in politics? A) They avoid all interactions with each other. B) They lose their distinct identities. C) They engage in dialogue and negotiation. D) They refuse to engage in any form of collaboration. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They engage in dialogue and negotiation. 27. What is the primary concern of human rights groups regarding communal riots? A) Discrimination against religious minorities. B) Economic disparity. C) Political rivalry. D) Caste-based violence. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Discrimination against religious minorities. 28. ..... used to say that religion can never be separated from politics. He believed that politics must be guided by ethics drawn from religion A) S Rajagopalachari. B) Sardar Patel. C) Gandhiji. D) Nehru. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Gandhiji. 29. What does the Constitution of India say about religious discrimination? A) It promotes discrimination among religions. B) It prohibits discrimination on religious grounds. C) It encourages religious supremacy. D) It enforces a single religion for all. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It prohibits discrimination on religious grounds. 30. What is the primary aim of political mobilization on religious lines? A) Cultural preservation. B) Economic development. C) Uniting different religions. D) Gaining political support from a specific religious group. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Gaining political support from a specific religious group. 31. What is a common expression of communalism in everyday beliefs? A) Religious prejudices and stereotypes. B) Interfaith dialogue. C) Equal representation of all religions. D) Political apathy. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Religious prejudices and stereotypes. 32. What is the root belief behind casteism in politics? A) Caste has no influence on social interactions. B) Caste is a minor aspect of social communities. C) Caste is a political construct. D) Caste is the sole basis of social community. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Caste is the sole basis of social community. 33. How has the political arena given rise to new caste groups? A) 'Backward' and 'forward' caste groups have emerged. B) Castes have abandoned their identities in politics. C) Caste divisions have been eliminated. D) Caste groups have withdrawn from the political process. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) 'Backward' and 'forward' caste groups have emerged. 34. Which one of the following is not a cause of communalism? A) Religion is taken as the basis of the nation. B) When one religion is discriminated against others. C) State has no official religion. D) Demand of one religious group are formed in opposition to another. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) State has no official religion. 35. How do political parties take caste into account when forming governments? A) They ignore caste and focus on qualifications. B) They ensure representatives from various castes are included. C) They only include members of their own caste. D) They exclude all members of the lower castes. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) They ensure representatives from various castes are included. 36. According to the text, what is the purpose of communalism? A) To encourage mutual understanding. B) To unite all religions. C) To promote economic development. D) To establish one religion's dominance over others. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To establish one religion's dominance over others. 37. How can communalism be effectively addressed in society? A) By promoting one religion over others. B) By suppressing religious beliefs. C) By fostering understanding and equality. D) By ignoring religious differences. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) By fostering understanding and equality. 38. How does communalism threaten the idea of India? A) It promotes diversity and inclusion. B) It fosters religious harmony. C) It undermines the unity of the nation. D) It enhances cultural exchange. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It undermines the unity of the nation. 39. How can focusing solely on caste politics hinder progress? A) It encourages healthy debate and discussion. B) It diverts attention from pressing issues like poverty and development. C) It eliminates any divisions within society. D) It enhances economic growth and prosperity. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It diverts attention from pressing issues like poverty and development. 40. What is the underlying principle of communal politics? A) Cultural diversity. B) Equality among religions. C) Religious discrimination. D) Religious superiority and dominance. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Religious superiority and dominance. 41. How does political mobilization on religious lines impact elections? A) It encourages voters to focus on economic issues. B) It promotes gender equality. C) It discourages voter participation. D) It appeals to voters of specific religious groups. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It appeals to voters of specific religious groups. 42. Which of the following divisions is unique to India? A) Caste division. B) Economic division. C) Religious division. D) Gender division. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Caste division. 43. How does communalism manifest in political mobilization? A) Through economic development programs. B) Through interfaith marriages. C) Through inclusive policies. D) Through emotional appeals and sacred symbols. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Through emotional appeals and sacred symbols. 44. What is an example of diversity within the same caste or community? A) All members have the same economic condition. B) Rich and poor members vote similarly. C) Women within the same caste have varied interests. D) All members vote for the same political party. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Women within the same caste have varied interests. 45. Why might politics based solely on caste identity lead to negative outcomes? A) It has no potential for negative consequences. B) It can result in greater social harmony. C) It may divert attention from issues like poverty. D) It can lead to tensions, conflicts, and violence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It can lead to tensions, conflicts, and violence. 46. What has been the result of political organizations advocating for particular castes? A) They have successfully eliminated caste-based discrimination. B) They have intensified discrimination against these castes. C) They have no impact on social dynamics. D) They have shifted their focus from caste to religion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) They have successfully eliminated caste-based discrimination. 47. What is the primary role of sacred symbols and emotional appeal in communal politics? A) To encourage interfaith dialogue. B) To promote cultural diversity. C) To unite people of all religions. D) To mobilize religious groups for political purposes. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To mobilize religious groups for political purposes. 48. India has poor literacy rate among females because A) Parents don't want to educate daughters much. B) Girls are considered to be burden. C) They want to save for dowry. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 49. How has caste politics led to the emergence of new types of caste groups? A) New caste groups have formed based on religious affiliations. B) New groups like 'backward' and 'forward' castes have emerged. C) Caste groups have become irrelevant in the political arena. D) The concept of caste groups has completely disappeared. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) New groups like 'backward' and 'forward' castes have emerged. 50. In India seats are reserved for women in A) Lok Sabha. B) Cabinets. C) State legislative assemblies. D) Panchayati Raj bodies. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Panchayati Raj bodies. 51. What is a drawback of focusing solely on politics based on caste identity? A) It diverts attention from critical issues like poverty and development. B) It effectively solves all social and economic issues. C) It eliminates the need for diverse political representation. D) It leads to unity and harmony within society. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It diverts attention from critical issues like poverty and development. 52. What does communalism involve, according to the text? A) Encouraging interfaith marriages. B) Suppression of religious beliefs. C) Religious prejudices and stereotypes. D) Peaceful coexistence among religions. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Religious prejudices and stereotypes. 53. The state having the highest number of females is A) Andhra Pradesh. B) Arunanchal Pradesh. C) Goa. D) Kerela. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Kerela. 54. Name two ways in which gender discrimination can manifest in daily life. A) Access to childcare services. B) Flexible work hours and remote work opportunities. C) Unequal pay and biased hiring practices. D) Increased job training programs. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Unequal pay and biased hiring practices. 55. State how caste inequalities are still continuing in India. A) Even now most people marry within their own caste or tribe. B) Untouchability has not ended completely. C) Some caste group does not have access to education. D) All the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All the above. 56. A person who believes that religion is the principal basis of community A) Communalist. B) Feminist. C) Secularist. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Communalist. 57. What is the potential danger of communalism in politics? A) Encouraging cooperation among religions. B) Promoting cultural diversity. C) Fostering peaceful coexistence. D) Creating division and rivalry. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Creating division and rivalry. 58. How does caste play a role in candidate selection during elections? A) Parties choose candidates based on their education. B) Candidates from different castes are nominated to gain electoral support. C) Candidates are selected based on their wealth. D) Parties nominate candidates from the same caste. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Candidates from different castes are nominated to gain electoral support. 59. What is the primary concern of the women's movement regarding family laws? A) Unfair treatment of men. B) Suppression of religious beliefs. C) Lack of gender equality. D) Discrimination based on religion. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Lack of gender equality. 60. What was the main motivation behind the choice of a secular state in India? A) To promote one religion. B) To suppress religious practices. C) To maintain political dominance. D) To combat communalism and ensure equality. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To combat communalism and ensure equality. 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