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The Concept of Gender Equality in Indian Political Thought

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Who among the following Indian thinkers was a prominent advocate of gender equality?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. B.R. Ambedkar

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sarojini Naidu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sarojini Naidu was a prominent Indian freedom fighter and politician who was known for her advocacy of women's rights and gender equality.

Which Indian constitution article guarantees equality to women?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 16

  4. Article 17


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.

Which Indian thinker argued that gender equality is essential for the progress of the nation?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar

  3. Swami Vivekananda

  4. Rabindranath Tagore


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rabindranath Tagore was a prominent Indian poet, writer, and philosopher who argued that gender equality is essential for the progress of the nation.

What was the main focus of the women's movement in India during the early 20th century?

  1. Suffrage

  2. Education

  3. Employment

  4. Property Rights


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main focus of the women's movement in India during the early 20th century was suffrage, or the right to vote.

Which Indian state was the first to introduce reservation for women in local government?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kerala was the first Indian state to introduce reservation for women in local government.

What is the name of the Indian law that prohibits sexual harassment at the workplace?

  1. The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013

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

  3. The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961

  4. The Child Marriage Restraint Act, 1929


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 is an Indian law that prohibits sexual harassment at the workplace.

Which Indian thinker argued that gender equality is a fundamental human right?

  1. B.R. Ambedkar

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sarojini Naidu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

B.R. Ambedkar was a prominent Indian jurist, politician, and social reformer who argued that gender equality is a fundamental human right.

What is the name of the Indian government scheme that provides financial assistance to pregnant women?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

  2. Janani Suraksha Yojana

  3. National Maternity Benefit Scheme

  4. Kasturba Gandhi National Memorial Trust


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana is an Indian government scheme that provides financial assistance to pregnant women.

Which Indian thinker argued that gender equality is essential for social justice?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. B.R. Ambedkar

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sarojini Naidu


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

B.R. Ambedkar was a prominent Indian jurist, politician, and social reformer who argued that gender equality is essential for social justice.

What is the name of the Indian law that prohibits child marriage?

  1. The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006

  2. The Child Marriage Restraint Act, 1929

  3. The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961

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


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 is an Indian law that prohibits child marriage.

Which Indian thinker argued that gender equality is a precondition for economic development?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. B.R. Ambedkar

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sarojini Naidu


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jawaharlal Nehru was a prominent Indian statesman and politician who argued that gender equality is a precondition for economic development.

What is the name of the Indian government scheme that provides free education to girls from economically disadvantaged families?

  1. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  2. Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya Yojana

  3. Mahila Samakhya Programme

  4. Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Yojana


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya Yojana is an Indian government scheme that provides free education to girls from economically disadvantaged families.

Which Indian thinker argued that gender equality is essential for national security?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. B.R. Ambedkar

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sarojini Naidu


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jawaharlal Nehru was a prominent Indian statesman and politician who argued that gender equality is essential for national security.

What is the name of the Indian law that prohibits dowry?

  1. The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961

  2. The Child Marriage Restraint Act, 1929

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

  4. The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961 is an Indian law that prohibits dowry.

Which Indian thinker argued that gender equality is essential for a just and harmonious society?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. B.R. Ambedkar

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sarojini Naidu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi was a prominent Indian leader and social reformer who argued that gender equality is essential for a just and harmonious society.

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