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The Contributions of Indian Anthropologists to the Field: A Quiz

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the contributions of Indian anthropologists to the field of anthropology. It covers various aspects of their work, including their methodologies, theories, and findings.
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Which Indian anthropologist is known for his work on the concept of 'Sanskritization'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

M.N. Srinivas is known for his work on the concept of 'Sanskritization', which refers to the process by which lower castes adopt the customs and practices of higher castes in order to improve their social status.

Who among the following anthropologists is known for his work on the concept of 'Little Tradition'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

G.S. Ghurye is known for his work on the concept of 'Little Tradition', which refers to the local and regional variations in cultural practices within a larger cultural tradition.

Which Indian anthropologist is known for his work on the concept of 'Jajmani System'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Radhakamal Mukerjee is known for his work on the concept of 'Jajmani System', which refers to the traditional system of exchange of goods and services between different castes in rural India.

Who among the following anthropologists is known for his work on the concept of 'Tribal Welfare'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nirmal Kumar Bose is known for his work on the concept of 'Tribal Welfare', which refers to the efforts made by the government and other agencies to improve the living conditions of tribal communities in India.

Which Indian anthropologist is known for his work on the concept of 'Cultural Relativism'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nirmal Kumar Bose is known for his work on the concept of 'Cultural Relativism', which refers to the idea that cultural practices and beliefs should be understood in their own context, rather than being judged by the standards of another culture.

Who among the following anthropologists is known for his work on the concept of 'Social Structure'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

G.S. Ghurye is known for his work on the concept of 'Social Structure', which refers to the organized patterns of social relationships and institutions in a society.

Which Indian anthropologist is known for his work on the concept of 'Cultural Pluralism'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

M.N. Srinivas is known for his work on the concept of 'Cultural Pluralism', which refers to the idea that different cultures can coexist peacefully within a single society.

Who among the following anthropologists is known for his work on the concept of 'Caste System'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

G.S. Ghurye is known for his work on the concept of 'Caste System', which refers to the social stratification system based on birth and occupation in India.

Which Indian anthropologist is known for his work on the concept of 'Village Studies'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

M.N. Srinivas is known for his work on the concept of 'Village Studies', which refers to the detailed study of a single village in order to understand the social and cultural life of its inhabitants.

Who among the following anthropologists is known for his work on the concept of 'Tribal Development'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nirmal Kumar Bose is known for his work on the concept of 'Tribal Development', which refers to the efforts made by the government and other agencies to improve the living conditions of tribal communities in India.

Which Indian anthropologist is known for his work on the concept of 'Cultural Change'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

M.N. Srinivas is known for his work on the concept of 'Cultural Change', which refers to the changes that occur in a culture over time.

Who among the following anthropologists is known for his work on the concept of 'Social Mobility'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

M.N. Srinivas is known for his work on the concept of 'Social Mobility', which refers to the movement of individuals or groups from one social class or status to another.

Which Indian anthropologist is known for his work on the concept of 'Economic Anthropology'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Radhakamal Mukerjee is known for his work on the concept of 'Economic Anthropology', which refers to the study of the economic aspects of human society.

Who among the following anthropologists is known for his work on the concept of 'Political Anthropology'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

G.S. Ghurye is known for his work on the concept of 'Political Anthropology', which refers to the study of the political aspects of human society.

Which Indian anthropologist is known for his work on the concept of 'Legal Anthropology'?

  1. M.N. Srinivas

  2. G.S. Ghurye

  3. Radhakamal Mukerjee

  4. Nirmal Kumar Bose


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nirmal Kumar Bose is known for his work on the concept of 'Legal Anthropology', which refers to the study of the legal aspects of human society.

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