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Indian Philosophy of Class: The Caste System

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What is the primary basis of the caste system in India?

  1. Economic status

  2. Religious beliefs

  3. Birth

  4. Political power


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The caste system in India is primarily based on birth, with individuals assigned to a specific caste based on their family lineage.

Which of the following is NOT a traditional caste group in India?

  1. Brahmins

  2. Kshatriyas

  3. Vaishyas

  4. Dalits


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dalits, also known as the 'untouchables', are not considered to be a traditional caste group in India and have historically faced discrimination and social exclusion.

What is the term used to describe the social hierarchy of the caste system?

  1. Varna

  2. Jati

  3. Gotra

  4. Pravara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Varna refers to the social hierarchy of the caste system, which traditionally consists of four main categories: Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras.

Which of the following is NOT a traditional occupation associated with the Brahmin caste?

  1. Priests

  2. Teachers

  3. Scholars

  4. Warriors


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Warriors are traditionally associated with the Kshatriya caste, not the Brahmin caste.

What is the term used to describe the endogamous social groups within a caste?

  1. Jati

  2. Gotra

  3. Pravara

  4. Shreni


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jati refers to the endogamous social groups within a caste, which regulate marriage and social interaction.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to caste discrimination in India?

  1. Religious beliefs

  2. Economic disparities

  3. Political power dynamics

  4. Educational opportunities


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Educational opportunities are not a factor that contributes to caste discrimination in India.

What is the term used to describe the practice of untouchability in the caste system?

  1. Varna

  2. Jati

  3. Gotra

  4. Achhut


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Achhut is the term used to describe the practice of untouchability in the caste system, which involves the social exclusion and discrimination of certain castes.

Which of the following is NOT a constitutional provision aimed at addressing caste discrimination in India?

  1. Article 15

  2. Article 16

  3. Article 17

  4. Article 21


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Article 21 is not a constitutional provision specifically aimed at addressing caste discrimination in India.

What is the term used to describe the system of reservations in education and employment for historically marginalized castes in India?

  1. Affirmative Action

  2. Positive Discrimination

  3. Preferential Treatment

  4. Caste-Based Reservations


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Caste-Based Reservations is the term used to describe the system of reservations in education and employment for historically marginalized castes in India.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by the caste system in contemporary India?

  1. Caste-based discrimination

  2. Economic disparities

  3. Political representation

  4. Social mobility


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social mobility is not a challenge faced by the caste system in contemporary India.

What is the term used to describe the process of challenging and dismantling the caste system in India?

  1. Caste Abolition

  2. Caste Reform

  3. Caste Annihilation

  4. Caste Transformation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Caste Annihilation is the term used to describe the process of challenging and dismantling the caste system in India.

Which of the following is NOT a prominent figure associated with the movement for caste abolition in India?

  1. B.R. Ambedkar

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Jyotiba Phule

  4. Periyar E.V. Ramasamy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi is not a prominent figure associated with the movement for caste abolition in India.

What is the term used to describe the practice of inter-caste marriage in India?

  1. Love Marriage

  2. Inter-Caste Marriage

  3. Mixed Marriage

  4. Cross-Caste Marriage


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Inter-Caste Marriage is the term used to describe the practice of marriage between individuals from different castes in India.

Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to the persistence of the caste system in contemporary India?

  1. Religious beliefs

  2. Economic disparities

  3. Political power dynamics

  4. Lack of education


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lack of education is not a factor contributing to the persistence of the caste system in contemporary India.

What is the term used to describe the process of gradual erosion of caste distinctions and practices in India?

  1. Caste Assimilation

  2. Caste Integration

  3. Caste Dilution

  4. Caste Transformation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Caste Transformation is the term used to describe the process of gradual erosion of caste distinctions and practices in India.

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