Practice Caste In Politics (3.2.2) - Gender, Religion and Caste

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Question 1.
What is caste?
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Think about social groups and their division based on work.
Question 2.
What does universal adult franchise mean?
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Consider the inclusion of citizens in voting.
3Question 3.
How does caste influence political representation in India?
- Caste has no impact on representation.
- Caste identities guide candidate selection and voter alignment.
- All candidates belong to upper castes.
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Think about how communities vote based on shared identity.
4Question 4.
True or False: Caste politics can sometimes lead to societal tensions.
- True
- False
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Consider the outcomes of divisive politics.
Question 5.
Evaluate how political parties can balance caste representation while addressing broader social issues.
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Think about strategies that honor diversity while fostering unity.
Question 6.
Propose a policy that might help reduce caste-based discrimination in politics.
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Consider the role of government in leveling the playing field.

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