BNM 09/01/24

Which of the following is a significant reason for inequality in India?

• A) Urbanization

• B) Poverty and lack of resources

• C) Modernization

• D) Industrial growth

Answer explanation

Explanation: Poverty and lack of resources play a pivotal role in creating disparities and inequality in India.

What does the Tawa Matsya Sangh primarily represent?

• A) Farmers' cooperatives

• B) Fisher workers' cooperatives

• C) Mining associations

• D) Forest preservation groups

Answer explanation

Explanation: Tawa Matsya Sangh is a federation of Fisher worker’s cooperatives advocating for their rights.

Which factor does NOT contribute to inequality based on the provided information?

• A) Religion

• B) Caste

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• C) Economic status

• D) Literacy rate

Answer explanation

Explanation: While religion, caste, and economic status contribute to inequality, the literacy rate is not explicitly mentioned as a factor

The Indian Constitution views every citizen as:

• A) Differentiated based on religion

• B) Equal in rights and opportunities

• C) Prioritized based on caste

• D) Discriminated by gender

Answer explanation

Explanation: The Indian Constitution recognizes the equality of all persons irrespective of their background.

What term best describes the Indian Constitution's role in contemporary society?

• A) Static document

• B) Living document

• C) Historical artifact

• D) Restrictive document

Answer explanation

Explanation: The Constitution is referred to as a 'living document' as it evolves with societal changes and interpretations.

Which movement is associated with advocating for forest dwellers in Madhya Pradesh?

• A) Save the Forest Campaign

• B) Green Revolution

• C) Tawa Matsya Sangh

• D) Satpura Forest Movement

Answer explanation

Explanation: Tawa Matsya Sangh fought for the rights of displaced forest dwellers in the Satpura forest.

Privatization of which service poses a challenge to equality in India?

• A) Education

• B) Healthcare

• C) Transportation

• D) Agriculture

Answer explanation

Explanation: Privatization of health services can lead to disparities in access and affordability.

Discrimination based on which factor is NOT a reason for inequality in India?

• A) Religion

• B) Caste

• C) Gender

• D) Political affiliation

Answer explanation

Explanation: While religion, caste, and gender contribute to inequality, political affiliation is not mentioned as a factor.

How is the Indian Constitution continuously referenced in struggles for equality?

• A) As an outdated document

• B) As a secondary source

• C) As a living document

• D) As a historical reference

Answer explanation

Explanation: Movements refer to the Indian Constitution as a living document to emphasize equality and justice.

What is the primary focus of the Tawa Matsya Sangh?

• A) Industrial growth

• B) Forest conservation

• C) Fisher workers' rights

• D) Mining rights

Answer explanation

Explanation: Tawa Matsya Sangh focuses on the rights of Fisher worker’s cooperatives.