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1. Which term is best described as: "An ideology that emphasizes distinct identity of religious communities, often leading to social and political tension."?

ARegionalism
BPopulation and Associated Issues
CCommunalism
DSalient Features of Indian Society

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Answer: C

This description corresponds to 'Communalism'.

2. Which term is best described as: "The structure of a population based on characteristics such as age, sex, religion, and literacy."?

ADiversity of India
BPopulation and Associated Issues
CEffects of Globalization on Indian Society
DPopulation Composition

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Answer: D

This description corresponds to 'Population Composition'.

3. Which term is best described as: "The process of developing a sense of autonomy and self-confidence among marginalized groups to act to improve their situation."?

ASocial Empowerment
BUrbanization
CCommunal Harmony
DPopulation Composition

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Answer: A

This description corresponds to 'Social Empowerment'.

4. Which of the following best describes the term 'Social Empowerment'?

AThe impact of increasing interconnectedness of economies and cultures on Indian social structures and values.
BThe challenges related to income deprivation and their linkage with broader socio-economic development.
CThe process of developing a sense of autonomy and self-confidence among marginalized groups to act to improve their situation.
DChanges in Indian social patterns, consumption, and values as a result of increased global economic integration.

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Answer: C

'Social Empowerment' refers to: The process of developing a sense of autonomy and self-confidence among marginalized groups to act to improve their situation.

5. Which term is best described as: "The tension and balance between regional identity aspirations and the unity of the nation."?

AGlobalization and Indian Society
BSocial Empowerment of Minorities
CRegionalism
DRegionalism and National Integration

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Answer: D

This description corresponds to 'Regionalism and National Integration'.

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Indian Society — UPSC Questions & Practice

Practice questions on Indian Society — with answers

1. Which term is best described as: "An ideology that emphasizes distinct identity of religious communities, often leading to social and political tension."?

2. Which term is best described as: "The structure of a population based on characteristics such as age, sex, religion, and literacy."?

3. Which term is best described as: "The process of developing a sense of autonomy and self-confidence among marginalized groups to act to improve their situation."?

4. Which of the following best describes the term 'Social Empowerment'?

5. Which term is best described as: "The tension and balance between regional identity aspirations and the unity of the nation."?

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