Cultural Impacts on Gender Roles

What ancient text is the caste system in India traced back to?

• Manusmriti

• Bhagavad Gita

• Ramayana

• Vedas

Which group is placed at the top of the caste hierarchy in India?

• Brahmins

• Kshatriyas

• Vaishyas

• Shudras

What has the caste system historically dictated in Indian society?

• Occupation, social interactions, and marriage prospects

• Religious practices and rituals

• Dietary habits and clothing

• Political affiliations and alliances

What challenges do women from lower castes face according to the passage?

• Double discrimination as women and members of marginalized communities

• Lack of access to healthcare

• Inability to participate in religious ceremonies

• Restrictions on travel and movement

What efforts have been made to improve social mobility for lower castes in India?

• Affirmative action and reservation policies

• Increased foreign investment

• Development of rural infrastructure

• Promotion of traditional crafts

What was the primary purpose of apartheid laws in South Africa?

• To institutionalize racial discrimination

• To promote racial equality

• To improve economic conditions for all

• To enhance educational opportunities for non-whites

How did apartheid affect the education system in South Africa?

• Non-white students received inferior education

• All students received equal education

• White students were denied education

• Education was not affected by apartheid

What role did women play in the resistance against apartheid?

• They organized protests and participated in boycotts

• They supported apartheid laws

• They were not involved in political activism

• They focused solely on caregiving

What was the economic impact of apartheid on non-white South Africans?

• They were relegated to low-paying jobs

• They had equal economic opportunities

• They controlled the country's wealth

• They faced no economic challenges

What was established to address the injustices of apartheid and promote healing?

• The Truth and Reconciliation Commission

• The Economic Reform Committee

• The Education Equality Board

• The Racial Harmony Council