This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Class 10 > Class 10 Political Science Chapter 4 Gender, Religion And Caste β Quiz 3 π Homepage π Download PDF Books π Premium PDF Books Class 10 Political Science Chapter 4 Gender, Religion And Caste Quiz 3 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. In India seats are reserved for women in A) Lok Sabha. B) State legislative assemblies. C) Cabinets. D) Panchayati Raj bodies. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Panchayati Raj bodies. 2. 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. 3. What role do sacred symbols and emotional appeal play in communal politics? A) They promote international understanding. B) They suppress religious beliefs. C) They create unity among religions. D) They mobilize followers of a religion for political purposes. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) They mobilize followers of a religion for political purposes. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. 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. 7. 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. 8. 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. 9. 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. 10. 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. 11. What is the primary concern of the women's movement regarding family laws? A) Lack of gender equality. B) Unfair treatment of men. C) Discrimination based on religion. D) Suppression of religious beliefs. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Lack of gender equality. 12. 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. 13. 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. 14. 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. 15. 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. 16. According to the text, what should be the role of religious values in politics? A) They should dominate political decisions. B) They should have no influence on politics. C) They should guide ethical politics. D) They should focus on economic matters. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They should guide ethical politics. 17. 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. 18. 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. 19. What is the primary goal of affirmative action (policies that are aimed at marginalised section of the society) A) To promote economic growth. B) To ensure social justice. C) To enhance national security. D) To encourage foreign investment. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To ensure social justice. 20. In local self-government institutions at least one third of all positions are reserved for: A) Men. B) Women. C) Children. D) Scheduled tribes. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Women. 21. Which of the following division is unique to India? A) Gender division. B) Casts division. C) Economic division. D) Religions division. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Casts division. 22. What is one negative consequence of focusing solely on caste politics? A) Diversion of attention from pressing issues. B) Increase in government transparency. C) Eradication of caste-based discrimination. D) Improved economic development. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Diversion of attention from pressing issues. 23. Indian society is of which type? A) Patriarchal. B) Matriarchal. C) Fraternal. D) None of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Patriarchal. 24. 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. 25. 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. 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