Gender and Tribal Issues in India

Description: This quiz covers various aspects of gender and tribal issues in India. It explores the unique challenges faced by tribal women, the impact of socio-cultural norms on gender roles, and the initiatives taken to address these issues.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is a major challenge faced by tribal women in India?

  1. Lack of access to education

  2. Limited employment opportunities

  3. Social discrimination

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal women in India face multiple challenges, including lack of access to education, limited employment opportunities, and social discrimination based on gender and tribal identity.

What is the term used to describe the practice of marrying a girl to a man much older than her?

  1. Child marriage

  2. Arranged marriage

  3. Love marriage

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Child marriage is the practice of marrying a girl to a man who is significantly older than her, often before she reaches the age of 18.

Which article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on the grounds of sex?

  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.

What is the name of the Indian government's flagship program aimed at empowering women?

  1. Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao

  2. Mahila Shakti Kendra

  3. One Stop Centre Scheme

  4. Ujjwala Yojana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao is a government initiative aimed at addressing the issue of declining child sex ratio and improving the status of girls in India.

Which of the following is a traditional tribal dance form performed by women in India?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Ghoomar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ghoomar is a traditional dance form performed by women in the state of Rajasthan, India. It is characterized by its graceful movements and vibrant colors.

What is the term used to describe the practice of ostracizing a woman from her community for alleged sexual misconduct?

  1. Excommunication

  2. Shunning

  3. Boycott

  4. Social ostracism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social ostracism is the practice of excluding a person from social activities or interactions as a form of punishment or disapproval.

Which of the following is a major factor contributing to gender inequality in tribal communities?

  1. Patriarchal social norms

  2. Lack of education and awareness

  3. Limited access to resources and opportunities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gender inequality in tribal communities is influenced by a combination of factors, including patriarchal social norms, lack of education and awareness, and limited access to resources and opportunities.

What is the name of the Indian government's scheme that provides financial assistance to widows?

  1. Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme

  2. Rajiv Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme

  3. Sardar Patel National Widow Pension Scheme

  4. Atal Bihari Vajpayee National Widow Pension Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme provides financial assistance to widows in India, particularly those belonging to marginalized communities.

Which of the following is a traditional tribal art form practiced by women in India?

  1. Warli painting

  2. Madhubani painting

  3. Patachitra painting

  4. Gond painting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Warli painting is a traditional art form practiced by the Warli tribe in the state of Maharashtra, India. It is characterized by its simple geometric patterns and earthy colors.

What is the term used to describe the practice of giving a dowry to the groom's family at the time of marriage?

  1. Bride price

  2. Dowry

  3. Stridhan

  4. Mehr


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dowry is the practice of giving a substantial sum of money, goods, or property from the bride's family to the groom's family at the time of marriage.

Which of the following is a major issue faced by tribal women in India related to land rights?

  1. Lack of ownership rights

  2. Discrimination in land inheritance

  3. Displacement due to development projects

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal women in India face multiple challenges related to land rights, including lack of ownership rights, discrimination in land inheritance, and displacement due to development projects.

What is the name of the Indian government's scheme that provides free legal aid to women?

  1. National Legal Services Authority

  2. Mahila Nyaya Kendra

  3. One Stop Centre Scheme

  4. Ujjwala Yojana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Legal Services Authority provides free legal aid to women in India, including those belonging to marginalized communities.

Which of the following is a traditional tribal musical instrument played by women in India?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Dhol

  4. Dholki


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dholki is a traditional Indian percussion instrument played by both men and women. It is particularly popular in tribal communities and is often used in folk music and dance performances.

What is the term used to describe the practice of a woman living with her husband's family after marriage?

  1. Patrilocal residence

  2. Matrilocal residence

  3. Neolocal residence

  4. Avunculocal residence


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Patrilocal residence is the practice of a woman living with her husband's family after marriage. This is a common practice in many cultures around the world, including some tribal communities in India.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by tribal women in India related to healthcare?

  1. Lack of access to healthcare facilities

  2. Cultural barriers to healthcare

  3. Limited awareness about health issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal women in India face multiple challenges related to healthcare, including lack of access to healthcare facilities, cultural barriers to healthcare, and limited awareness about health issues.

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