Disability and Social Policy

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What is the term used to describe the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities and access to all aspects of society?

  1. Social inclusion

  2. Disability rights

  3. Universal design

  4. Reasonable accommodation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social inclusion refers to the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities and access to all aspects of society, including education, employment, transportation, and social activities.

Which law in India is specifically designed to protect the rights of persons with disabilities?

  1. The Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995

  2. The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016

  3. The Disability Benefits Act, 2017

  4. The Accessible India Campaign, 2015


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 is the primary legislation in India that aims to protect the rights of persons with disabilities and ensure their full participation in society.

What is the term used to describe the concept of designing products, environments, and services to be accessible and usable by people with disabilities?

  1. Universal design

  2. Inclusive design

  3. Accessible design

  4. Barrier-free design


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Universal design refers to the concept of designing products, environments, and services to be accessible and usable by people with disabilities, regardless of their abilities or disabilities.

Which of the following is NOT a type of disability recognized under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016?

  1. Visual impairment

  2. Hearing impairment

  3. Intellectual disability

  4. Mental illness


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mental illness is not recognized as a type of disability under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

What is the term used to describe the process of making reasonable adjustments or modifications to policies, practices, or procedures to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities?

  1. Reasonable accommodation

  2. Universal design

  3. Accessible design

  4. Disability-friendly design


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Reasonable accommodation refers to the process of making reasonable adjustments or modifications to policies, practices, or procedures to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of an effective disability social policy?

  1. Accessibility

  2. Inclusion

  3. Segregation

  4. Rights-based approach


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Segregation is not a key component of an effective disability social policy, as it perpetuates the exclusion and marginalization of persons with disabilities.

What is the term used to describe the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to education, employment, and other opportunities?

  1. Social inclusion

  2. Disability rights

  3. Universal design

  4. Equal opportunity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Equal opportunity refers to the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to education, employment, and other opportunities, regardless of their abilities or disabilities.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by persons with disabilities in accessing education?

  1. Lack of accessible transportation

  2. Negative attitudes and stereotypes

  3. Inadequate teacher training

  4. Unavailability of assistive devices


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Unavailability of assistive devices is not a challenge faced by persons with disabilities in accessing education.

What is the term used to describe the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to employment opportunities?

  1. Vocational rehabilitation

  2. Supported employment

  3. Job coaching

  4. Disability employment services


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Disability employment services refer to the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to employment opportunities, including vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, and job coaching.

Which of the following is NOT a type of assistive technology used by persons with disabilities?

  1. Wheelchairs

  2. Hearing aids

  3. Screen readers

  4. Prosthetics


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Prosthetics are not assistive technology used by persons with disabilities.

What is the term used to describe the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to healthcare services?

  1. Accessible healthcare

  2. Disability-friendly healthcare

  3. Inclusive healthcare

  4. Universal healthcare


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Accessible healthcare refers to the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to healthcare services, including appropriate accommodations and modifications.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by persons with disabilities in accessing healthcare services?

  1. Lack of accessible transportation

  2. Negative attitudes and stereotypes

  3. Inadequate healthcare provider training

  4. Unavailability of assistive devices


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Unavailability of assistive devices is not a challenge faced by persons with disabilities in accessing healthcare services.

What is the term used to describe the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to transportation services?

  1. Accessible transportation

  2. Disability-friendly transportation

  3. Inclusive transportation

  4. Universal transportation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Accessible transportation refers to the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to transportation services, including appropriate accommodations and modifications.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by persons with disabilities in accessing transportation services?

  1. Lack of accessible vehicles

  2. Negative attitudes and stereotypes

  3. Inadequate transportation provider training

  4. Unavailability of assistive devices


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Unavailability of assistive devices is not a challenge faced by persons with disabilities in accessing transportation services.

What is the term used to describe the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to housing and accommodation?

  1. Accessible housing

  2. Disability-friendly housing

  3. Inclusive housing

  4. Universal housing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Accessible housing refers to the process of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to housing and accommodation, including appropriate accommodations and modifications.

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