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Customary Law and Gender Equality

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What is the primary source of customary law in India?

  1. The Constitution of India

  2. The Indian Penal Code

  3. The Hindu Marriage Act

  4. Local customs and traditions

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Customary law in India is derived from local customs and traditions that have been practiced for a long period of time and have gained the force of law.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of customary law?

  1. It is unwritten

  2. It is based on tradition

  3. It is enforced by the state

  4. It is flexible and can change over time

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Customary law is not enforced by the state, but rather by the community in which it is practiced.

How does customary law affect gender equality in India?

  1. It promotes gender equality by recognizing the rights of women

  2. It hinders gender equality by perpetuating discrimination against women

  3. It has no impact on gender equality

  4. It both promotes and hinders gender equality depending on the specific custom

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Customary law can both promote and hinder gender equality depending on the specific custom. Some customs may recognize the rights of women and promote gender equality, while others may perpetuate discrimination against women.

Which of the following is an example of a customary law that promotes gender equality?

  1. The practice of dowry

  2. The right of women to inherit property

  3. The practice of child marriage

  4. The right of women to vote

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The right of women to inherit property is an example of a customary law that promotes gender equality because it recognizes the equal rights of women to own and control property.

Which of the following is an example of a customary law that hinders gender equality?

  1. The practice of dowry

  2. The right of women to inherit property

  3. The practice of child marriage

  4. The right of women to vote

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The practice of dowry is an example of a customary law that hinders gender equality because it places a financial burden on the bride's family and can lead to discrimination against women.

What are some of the challenges to achieving gender equality in India?

  1. The persistence of customary laws that discriminate against women

  2. The lack of education and awareness about gender equality

  3. The prevalence of gender stereotypes and biases

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are challenges to achieving gender equality in India.

What are some of the strategies that can be used to promote gender equality in India?

  1. Reforming customary laws that discriminate against women

  2. Educating people about gender equality

  3. Challenging gender stereotypes and biases

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are strategies that can be used to promote gender equality in India.

What is the role of the government in promoting gender equality in India?

  1. Enacting laws that promote gender equality

  2. Implementing policies and programs that address gender inequality

  3. Raising awareness about gender equality

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The government has a role to play in promoting gender equality in India by enacting laws, implementing policies and programs, and raising awareness about gender equality.

What is the role of civil society organizations in promoting gender equality in India?

  1. Advocating for gender equality

  2. Providing services to women and girls

  3. Raising awareness about gender equality

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Civil society organizations play a vital role in promoting gender equality in India by advocating for gender equality, providing services to women and girls, and raising awareness about gender equality.

What is the role of individuals in promoting gender equality in India?

  1. Challenging gender stereotypes and biases

  2. Educating themselves about gender equality

  3. Supporting organizations that work to promote gender equality

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Individuals can play a role in promoting gender equality in India by challenging gender stereotypes and biases, educating themselves about gender equality, and supporting organizations that work to promote gender equality.

What are some of the positive changes that have been made in India to promote gender equality?

  1. The enactment of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955

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

  3. The implementation of the National Policy for Women, 2016

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are positive changes that have been made in India to promote gender equality.

What are some of the challenges that remain in achieving gender equality in India?

  1. The persistence of customary laws that discriminate against women

  2. The lack of education and awareness about gender equality

  3. The prevalence of gender stereotypes and biases

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are challenges that remain in achieving gender equality in India.

What can be done to overcome the challenges to achieving gender equality in India?

  1. Reforming customary laws that discriminate against women

  2. Educating people about gender equality

  3. Challenging gender stereotypes and biases

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are actions that can be taken to overcome the challenges to achieving gender equality in India.

What is the role of international law in promoting gender equality in India?

  1. International law can be used to hold India accountable for its obligations to promote gender equality

  2. International law can be used to provide guidance to India on how to promote gender equality

  3. International law can be used to raise awareness about gender equality in India

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are ways in which international law can be used to promote gender equality in India.

What are some of the international conventions that India has ratified that promote gender equality?

  1. The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)

  2. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)

  3. The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR)

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India has ratified all of the above international conventions that promote gender equality.

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