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Tribal Displacement and Resettlement

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Which British colonial policy led to the displacement of many tribal communities in India?

  1. The Doctrine of Lapse

  2. The Ryotwari System

  3. The Mahalwari System

  4. The Permanent Settlement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Doctrine of Lapse was a policy introduced by Lord Dalhousie in 1848, which allowed the British to annex any Indian state whose ruler died without a male heir.

What was the main reason for the displacement of tribal communities during the colonial period?

  1. To make way for the expansion of agriculture

  2. To facilitate the construction of railways and other infrastructure

  3. To suppress tribal rebellions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal communities were displaced for a variety of reasons during the colonial period, including to make way for the expansion of agriculture, to facilitate the construction of railways and other infrastructure, and to suppress tribal rebellions.

Which tribal community was displaced from their traditional lands in the Narmada Valley due to the construction of the Sardar Sarovar Dam?

  1. The Bhil tribe

  2. The Gond tribe

  3. The Oraon tribe

  4. The Santhal tribe


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bhil tribe was displaced from their traditional lands in the Narmada Valley due to the construction of the Sardar Sarovar Dam.

Which tribal community was displaced from their traditional lands in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh due to the construction of the Polavaram Dam?

  1. The Gond tribe

  2. The Bhil tribe

  3. The Oraon tribe

  4. The Santhal tribe


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gond tribe was displaced from their traditional lands in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh due to the construction of the Polavaram Dam.

Which tribal community was displaced from their traditional lands in the Singrauli region of Madhya Pradesh due to the construction of the Singrauli Super Thermal Power Plant?

  1. The Oraon tribe

  2. The Gond tribe

  3. The Bhil tribe

  4. The Santhal tribe


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Oraon tribe was displaced from their traditional lands in the Singrauli region of Madhya Pradesh due to the construction of the Singrauli Super Thermal Power Plant.

Which tribal community was displaced from their traditional lands in the Hazaribagh region of Jharkhand due to the construction of the Hazaribagh National Park?

  1. The Santhal tribe

  2. The Gond tribe

  3. The Bhil tribe

  4. The Oraon tribe


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Santhal tribe was displaced from their traditional lands in the Hazaribagh region of Jharkhand due to the construction of the Hazaribagh National Park.

What are the main challenges faced by tribal communities who have been displaced from their traditional lands?

  1. Loss of livelihood

  2. Loss of cultural identity

  3. Social marginalization

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal communities who have been displaced from their traditional lands face a variety of challenges, including loss of livelihood, loss of cultural identity, and social marginalization.

What are some of the measures that can be taken to address the challenges faced by displaced tribal communities?

  1. Providing them with alternative land and livelihood opportunities

  2. Supporting their cultural identity and traditions

  3. Promoting their social inclusion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A variety of measures can be taken to address the challenges faced by displaced tribal communities, including providing them with alternative land and livelihood opportunities, supporting their cultural identity and traditions, and promoting their social inclusion.

What is the role of the government in addressing the issue of tribal displacement and resettlement?

  1. To ensure that tribal communities are adequately compensated for the loss of their traditional lands

  2. To provide them with alternative land and livelihood opportunities

  3. To support their cultural identity and traditions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The government has a responsibility to address the issue of tribal displacement and resettlement by ensuring that tribal communities are adequately compensated for the loss of their traditional lands, providing them with alternative land and livelihood opportunities, and supporting their cultural identity and traditions.

What is the role of civil society organizations in addressing the issue of tribal displacement and resettlement?

  1. To advocate for the rights of tribal communities

  2. To provide them with legal aid and support

  3. To raise awareness about the issue of tribal displacement and resettlement

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Civil society organizations play a vital role in addressing the issue of tribal displacement and resettlement by advocating for the rights of tribal communities, providing them with legal aid and support, and raising awareness about the issue.

What is the role of the media in addressing the issue of tribal displacement and resettlement?

  1. To report on the issue and raise awareness about it

  2. To hold the government and other stakeholders accountable

  3. To provide a platform for tribal communities to voice their concerns

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The media plays a crucial role in addressing the issue of tribal displacement and resettlement by reporting on the issue and raising awareness about it, holding the government and other stakeholders accountable, and providing a platform for tribal communities to voice their concerns.

What are some of the successful examples of tribal resettlement projects in India?

  1. The resettlement of the Bhil tribe in the Narmada Valley

  2. The resettlement of the Gond tribe in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh

  3. The resettlement of the Oraon tribe in the Singrauli region of Madhya Pradesh

  4. The resettlement of the Santhal tribe in the Hazaribagh region of Jharkhand


Correct Option:
Explanation:

There are no successful examples of tribal resettlement projects in India. All of the resettlement projects mentioned in the options have been met with resistance from tribal communities and have failed to address their concerns.

What are some of the challenges that need to be addressed in order to ensure the successful resettlement of tribal communities?

  1. Ensuring that tribal communities are adequately compensated for the loss of their traditional lands

  2. Providing them with alternative land and livelihood opportunities that are sustainable

  3. Supporting their cultural identity and traditions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A variety of challenges need to be addressed in order to ensure the successful resettlement of tribal communities, including ensuring that they are adequately compensated for the loss of their traditional lands, providing them with alternative land and livelihood opportunities that are sustainable, and supporting their cultural identity and traditions.

What is the future of tribal displacement and resettlement in India?

  1. It is likely to continue as long as there is a demand for land and resources

  2. It is likely to decrease as the government becomes more aware of the rights of tribal communities

  3. It is likely to end as tribal communities become more empowered and assert their rights

  4. It is impossible to predict


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The future of tribal displacement and resettlement in India is impossible to predict. It depends on a variety of factors, including the government's policies, the demands for land and resources, and the empowerment of tribal communities.

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