Practice Social Reform Movements (1.2) - Chapter 6: Movements for Women’s Rights

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Question 1.
What practice did Raja Ram Mohan Roy fight against?
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It involved a widow's self-immolation.
Question 2.
Which act did Vidyasagar help promote for women's rights?
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This act allowed widows to remarry.
3Question 3.
What was Sati?
- A form of marriage
- A practice of widow burning
- A type of festival
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It is related to a tragic but historical practice concerning widows.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Indian Constitution grants women equal rights?
- True
- False
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Refer to the Constitution's provisions for gender equality.
Question 5.
Critically assess how the colonial influence impacted women's rights movements in both positive and negative ways.
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Consider both the reforms introduced and the practices that persisted.
Question 6.
Discuss the evolution of women’s movements in India from the 19th century to the present day. Highlight key milestones and ongoing challenges.
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Think chronologically through significant events and movements.

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