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 2 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 10 Political Science Chapter 4 Gender, Religion And Caste Quiz 2 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Why is it inaccurate to say that elections are solely about caste? A) All voters share the same caste preference. B) Elections focus exclusively on economic issues. C) Candidates need support from multiple castes to win. D) Caste preferences are irrelevant in elections. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Candidates need support from multiple castes to win. 2. What are some rights guaranteed to individuals facing caste discrimination? A) Rights to equality, non-discrimination, legal remedy, and participation in public life. B) Right to own property without restrictions. C) Right to special privileges based on caste. D) Right to free speech only. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Rights to equality, non-discrimination, legal remedy, and participation in public life. 3. Discuss the role of women in different religious communities in India. A) Women are only involved in rituals and have no decision-making power. B) All women in India are leaders in every religion. C) Women in India play diverse roles in religious communities, ranging from caretakers in Hinduism to leaders in Christianity, with varying degrees of empowerment and challenges across different faiths. D) Women have no roles in religious communities in India. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Women in India play diverse roles in religious communities, ranging from caretakers in Hinduism to leaders in Christianity, with varying degrees of empowerment and challenges across different faiths. 4. According to the text, what should be the role of religious values in politics? A) They should guide ethical politics. B) They should focus on economic matters. C) They should dominate political decisions. D) They should have no influence on politics. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) They should guide ethical politics. 5. Select the laws enacted by the Parliament to break the Gender discrimination and women participation in public sphere. A) Women Shakti Vandan Act 2023. B) Domestic Violence Act 2005. C) Equal Remuneration Act of 1976. D) All the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All the above. 6. What is the potential consequence of treating religion as the basis of a nation? A) Strengthening cultural diversity. B) Encouraging interfaith dialogue. C) Fostering unity and harmony. D) Deepening divisions and conflicts. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Deepening divisions and conflicts. 7. What is the primary goal of affirmative action (policies that are aimed at marginalised section of the society) A) To enhance national security. B) To encourage foreign investment. C) To ensure social justice. D) To promote economic growth. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To ensure social justice. 8. In local self-government institutions at least one third of all positions are reserved for: A) Scheduled tribes. B) Children. C) Men. D) Women. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Women. 9. Which of the following division is unique to India? A) Religions division. B) Economic division. C) Gender division. D) Casts division. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Casts division. 10. What is one negative consequence of focusing solely on caste politics? A) Eradication of caste-based discrimination. B) Diversion of attention from pressing issues. C) Improved economic development. D) Increase in government transparency. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Diversion of attention from pressing issues. 11. Indian society is of which type? A) Patriarchal. B) Matriarchal. C) Fraternal. D) None of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Patriarchal. 12. How does religious diversity contribute to the cultural fabric of India? A) Religious diversity promotes a single dominant culture. B) Religious diversity leads to conflict and division. C) It has no impact on cultural practices in India. D) Religious diversity enriches India's cultural fabric by promoting tolerance, blending traditions, and enhancing social cohesion. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Religious diversity enriches India's cultural fabric by promoting tolerance, blending traditions, and enhancing social cohesion. 13. Select the laws enacted by the Parliament for the welfare of women. A) Special Marriage Act of 1955. B) Dowry Prohibition Act of 1961. C) Equal Remuneration Act of 1976. D) All the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All the above. 14. What is the purpose of incorporating neighboring castes into a caste group? A) To maintain the purity of the caste. B) To increase the size and influence of the caste group. C) To create a hierarchy within the caste. D) To establish a new political party. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To increase the size and influence of the caste group. 15. Factors leading to the breakdown of caste hierarchy in modern India are given below. which one is not applicable. A) Large scale urbanisation. B) Growth of literacy and education. C) Occupational Mobility. D) Restrictions on food choices and social interactions. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Restrictions on food choices and social interactions. 16. What factors are often decisive in elections besides caste? A) Caste preferences alone. B) Government performance and leader popularity. C) Exclusive attention to economic issues. D) Caste division and conflicts. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Government performance and leader popularity. 17. The literacy rate among the men as compared to women is A) 98%. B) 76%. C) 54%. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 76%. 18. How does the attachment to political parties compare to attachment to caste or community? A) Attachment to caste is always stronger than political party attachment. B) Attachment to political parties is often stronger than to caste or community. C) Attachment to caste and political parties is always equal. D) Attachment to caste is completely unrelated to political preferences. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Attachment to political parties is often stronger than to caste or community. 19. How can politics based on caste identity impact a democratic society? A) It can strengthen democratic principles and values. B) It can divert attention from critical issues. C) It promotes uniform political participation. D) It has no effect on a democratic system. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It can divert attention from critical issues. 20. What distinguishes a secular state from a non-secular state? A) Equal treatment of all religions. B) Special status for one religion. C) Strict regulation of religious practices. D) Complete separation of religion and politics. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Equal treatment of all religions. 21. The representation of women in State assemblies is less than A) 2%. B) 5%. C) 3%. D) 6%. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 5%. 22. What is the significance of entering into coalitions with other castes or communities in politics? A) To maintain isolation from other groups. B) To strengthen one's own caste identity. C) To enhance dialogue, negotiation, and cooperation. D) To promote conflict and division. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To enhance dialogue, negotiation, and cooperation. 23. In which countries women are given high profile A) Saudi Arabia, Sweden and Norway. B) Sweden, Norway and Finland. C) France, Switzerland and SaudiArabia. D) Norway, Finland and Saudi Arabia. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Sweden, Norway and Finland. 24. A ladder like formation in which all the caste groups are placed from the 'highest' to the 'lowest' castes A) Upper caste. B) Caste hierarchy. C) Caste System. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Caste hierarchy. 25. In terms of candidate selection, why might multiple candidates from the same caste be put up? A) To ensure no candidate from other castes is nominated. B) To create a hierarchy within the caste. C) To attract more voters from different castes. D) To avoid competition within the same caste. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To attract more voters from different castes. 26. Which of the following is a significant factor contributing to gender inequality in India? A) Access to education. B) Employment opportunities. C) Social norms and traditions. D) Government policies. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Social norms and traditions. 27. Explain the impact of the caste system on social mobility. A) The caste system promotes equal opportunities for all castes. B) Social mobility is enhanced by the caste system's flexibility. C) The caste system has no impact on social mobility. D) The caste system significantly restricts social mobility by enforcing rigid social hierarchies and limiting opportunities for lower castes. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The caste system significantly restricts social mobility by enforcing rigid social hierarchies and limiting opportunities for lower castes. 28. Political parties and candidates hardly use caste sentiments. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 29. 'Feminist movements' are aimed at: A) Power. B) Liberty. C) Participation. D) Equality. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Equality. 30. Hindu succession act was amended in ..... To provide property rights to women. A) 2008. B) 2011. C) 2005. D) 2010. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 2005. 31. What is the main function of a secular state, as described in the text? A) To promote one religion. B) To ensure religious equality. C) To suppress religious beliefs. D) To separate religion from society. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To ensure religious equality. 32. What role does caste sentiment play in political appeals during elections? A) It is used to attract voters from diverse backgrounds. B) It is only relevant in urban areas. C) It is a tactic to discourage voter turnout. D) It is never utilized as a strategy for gaining support. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It is used to attract voters from diverse backgrounds. 33. Why does the text suggest that communalism should be combated? A) It challenges the idea of India. B) It promotes cultural diversity. C) It enhances religious understanding. D) It supports democratic values. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It challenges the idea of India. 34. According to the text, why is a secular Constitution not sufficient to combat communalism? A) Secularism has no impact on society. B) Communalism is not a real concern. C) Communalism is a minor issue. D) Communal prejudices need to be addressed. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Communal prejudices need to be addressed. 35. What is the primary goal of communalism? A) To foster unity among religions. B) To establish religious dominance. C) To promote peaceful coexistence. D) To encourage economic growth. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To establish religious dominance. 36. A person who thinks that caste is the principal basis of community A) Secularist. B) Feminist. C) Castiest. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Castiest. 37. What role does economic condition play within the same caste or community? A) Everyone within the same caste has the same economic condition. B) Economic condition has no influence on voting patterns. C) Rich and poor within the same caste often vote differently. D) Economic condition is irrelevant in politics. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Rich and poor within the same caste often vote differently. 38. Which of the following statements are true regarding feminist movements? A) Radical women's movements aimed at equality in personal and family life. B) Agitations demanded enhancing the political and legal status of women and improving their educational and career opportunities. C) There were agitations in different countries for the extension of voting rights to women. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 39. What is the role of a secular Constitution in combating communalism? A) It helps establish equality among religious communities. B) It enforces religious practices. C) It promotes religious dominance. D) It suppresses religious beliefs. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It helps establish equality among religious communities. 40. Which of the following statements best describes the impact of globalization on caste dynamics in India? A) It has reinforced traditional caste roles. B) It has led to the complete eradication of caste. C) It has created new economic opportunities that challenge caste hierarchies. D) It has had no significant impact on caste. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It has created new economic opportunities that challenge caste hierarchies. 41. What is one consequence of an exclusive focus on caste politics? A) Deeper analysis of economic disparities. B) Eradication of social divisions. C) Neglect of important matters like development. D) Increased attention on pressing issues. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Neglect of important matters like development. 42. What approach does the Constitution take toward religion in India? A) It gives a special status to one religion. B) It prohibits all religious practices. C) It allows religious discrimination. D) It ensures religious freedom and equality. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It ensures religious freedom and equality. 43. What is leading to the breakdown of caste hierarchy? A) Large scale urbanisation. B) Growth of literacy and education. C) Occupational Mobility. D) All the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All the above. 44. What do instances of ruling parties losing elections reveal about caste preferences? A) All castes and communities are consistent in their preferences. B) Castes and communities often switch their political preferences. C) Caste preferences are irrelevant in elections. D) Rich castes always support the ruling party. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Castes and communities often switch their political preferences. 45. How does a communal mind affect political goals? A) It fosters peaceful coexistence. B) It promotes cross-religious cooperation. C) It seeks political dominance of one's religious community. D) It aims for religious equality. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It seeks political dominance of one's religious community. 46. How can caste politics have a positive impact on historically disadvantaged communities? A) It enforces exclusion from political processes. B) It maintains existing discrimination. C) It has no effect on their status. D) It gives them access to decision-making power. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It gives them access to decision-making power. 47. What is one way a secular state differs from a non-secular state? A) It promotes one religion exclusively. B) It discourages religious practice. C) It intervenes in religious matters. D) It treats all religions equally. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It treats all religions equally. 48. Among the following which countries have high participation of women in public life? A) Sweden and India. B) Norway and Sri Lanka. C) Nepal and Finland. D) Sweden and Africa. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Sweden and Africa. 49. How does a communal mindset view followers of different religions? A) As belonging to different communities. B) As united by political ideologies. C) As being equal citizens. D) As having common interests. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) As belonging to different communities. 50. A secular constitution is necessary but not sufficient to combat communalism A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 51. "Sexual Division of labour signifies, that(i) Gender division emphasises division on the basis of nature of work.(ii) Division between men and women.(iii) Caste is the basis of Gender Division.(iv) Work decides the division between men and women. A) (i), (iii) and (iv). B) (i), (ii) and (iv). C) (i) and (iii). D) (iv) and (i). Show Answer Correct Answer: B) (i), (ii) and (iv). 52. What does the text mean by "majoritarian dominance" ? A) Dominance of the majority religion. B) Equal representation of all religions. C) Minority rule. D) Religious freedom. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Dominance of the majority religion. 53. How can education help in reducing caste-based discrimination? A) Education can reduce caste-based discrimination by promoting awareness, critical thinking, and empowerment. B) Education can reinforce existing caste hierarchies. C) Education can increase caste-based divisions. D) Education has no impact on social issues. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Education can reduce caste-based discrimination by promoting awareness, critical thinking, and empowerment. 54. What did Gandhi Ji mean by "religion" when discussing its role in politics? A) Religious leaders. B) Political ideologies. C) Specific religious practices. D) Moral values from various religions. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Moral values from various religions. 55. Equal wages act was passed in A) 2000. B) 2004. C) 2007. D) 2005. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 2005. 56. The percentage of women representation in the Lok Sabha in 2009 crossed A) 20. B) 30. C) 10. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 10. 57. "A women or a man who believes in equal rights and opportunities for men and women" A) Feminist. B) Cast hierarchy. C) Patriarchy. D) Social change. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Feminist. 58. What does the term 'vote bank' in the context of politics imply? A) A group of voters from different castes. B) A group of voters with diverse political preferences. C) A group of voters who don't participate in elections. D) A group of voters from the same caste who support a party. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A group of voters from the same caste who support a party. 59. What role does caste politics play in the demand for power by disadvantaged communities? A) It suppresses their voices and demands. B) It provides no space for them in decision-making. C) It offers a platform to demand access to power. D) It has no impact on their political participation. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It offers a platform to demand access to power. 60. In what context can communalism lead to suppressing voices within a religious community? A) When all followers of a religion are united. B) When the majority religion dominates. C) When different religions coexist harmoniously. D) When political power is equally distributed. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) When all followers of a religion are united. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesPolitical Science QuizzesClass 10 QuizzesClass 10 Political Science Chapter 4 Gender, Religion And Caste Quiz 1Class 10 Political Science Chapter 4 Gender, Religion And Caste Quiz 3 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books