Gender and Identity in India

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of gender and identity in India. It covers various aspects of gender roles, norms, and experiences in the Indian context.
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the traditional gender role for women in Indian society?

  1. Homemaker and caretaker

  2. Breadwinner and provider

  3. Equal partner in decision-making

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Traditionally, women in Indian society have been expected to fulfill the roles of homemaker and caretaker, responsible for household chores, childcare, and family well-being.

Which Indian law prohibits discrimination based on gender?

  1. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005

  2. The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976

  3. The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955

  4. The Indian Penal Code, 1860


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 is a landmark legislation that provides comprehensive protection to women from domestic violence, including physical, emotional, verbal, economic, and sexual abuse.

What is the term used to describe the third gender in India?

  1. Hijra

  2. Eunuch

  3. Transgender

  4. Intersex


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hijra is a term used in India to refer to individuals who identify as neither male nor female, or who fall outside the traditional binary gender categories. Hijras have a long history in Indian culture and are often associated with religious rituals and performances.

Which Indian state was the first to introduce a transgender policy?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Kerala

  3. Karnataka

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil Nadu was the first Indian state to introduce a transgender policy in 2008, which aimed to provide social welfare benefits, employment opportunities, and access to education and healthcare for transgender individuals.

What is the legal age of marriage for women in India?

  1. 18 years

  2. 21 years

  3. 16 years

  4. 14 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The legal age of marriage for women in India is 18 years, as per the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006.

Which Indian state has the highest literacy rate among women?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Maharashtra

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kerala has the highest literacy rate among women in India, with over 90% of women being literate.

What is the term used to describe the practice of dowry in India?

  1. Stridhan

  2. Meher

  3. Jahez

  4. Varan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jahez is the term used to describe the practice of dowry in India, where the bride's family provides gifts, money, and other valuables to the groom's family as a condition of marriage.

Which Indian state has the highest female labor force participation rate?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Maharashtra

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kerala has the highest female labor force participation rate in India, with over 40% of women being employed.

What is the term used to describe the practice of female infanticide in India?

  1. Kanya Hatya

  2. Balika Vadha

  3. Stree Hatya

  4. Nari Sanhar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kanya Hatya is the term used to describe the practice of female infanticide in India, where female infants are killed or neglected due to cultural preferences for male children.

Which Indian state has the lowest maternal mortality rate?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Maharashtra

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kerala has the lowest maternal mortality rate in India, with less than 100 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births.

What is the term used to describe the practice of honor killings in India?

  1. Izzat Ki Khatir

  2. Anchalik Hatya

  3. Parivaar Ki Izzat

  4. Samajik Hatya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Izzat Ki Khatir is the term used to describe the practice of honor killings in India, where individuals are killed by their family members or community members due to perceived violations of social norms or family honor.

Which Indian state has the highest sex ratio (females per 1000 males)?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Maharashtra

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kerala has the highest sex ratio in India, with over 1000 females per 1000 males.

What is the term used to describe the practice of sati in India?

  1. Jauhar

  2. Sahagamana

  3. Suttee

  4. Agni Pariksha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Suttee is the term used to describe the practice of sati in India, where a widow is expected to immolate herself on her husband's funeral pyre.

Which Indian state has the highest rate of domestic violence against women?

  1. Bihar

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Rajasthan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bihar has the highest rate of domestic violence against women in India, with over 30% of women reporting experiencing physical or sexual violence from their partners.

What is the term used to describe the practice of child marriage in India?

  1. Bal Vivah

  2. Laghu Vivah

  3. Kishor Vivah

  4. Navyuvak Vivah


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bal Vivah is the term used to describe the practice of child marriage in India, where children below the legal age of marriage are married off.

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