Question 1

In a tradition bound society like India, there is a strong preference in the schools for

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

Equality of Education opportunity considers discrimination when

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Equality of education opportunity is considered to be violated when any person or group of persons is deprived of access to education of any type at any level, not just at primary, secondary, or higher education levels.

Question 3

During the Pre-Independence period in Indian history, the British educational policy was

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The British educational policy during the Pre-Independence period in India was primarily focused on creating a class of people who could assist in administrative work, rather than on promoting mass education among the Indian populace. This led to a neglect of widespread educational development.

Question 4

''Democracy only provides that all men should have equal opportunities for their unequal talents'' This was pointed out by

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This quote is attributed to Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an Indian philosopher, statesman, and the second President of India, who emphasized the importance of democracy in providing equal opportunities for individuals to utilize their diverse talents.

Question 5

The literacy percentage of Girls in Mizoram according 2011 census is

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According to the 2011 census, the literacy percentage of girls in Mizoram is 89.27%.

Question 6

Who are the Backward Classes in India.

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The Backward Classes in India include the Scheduled Castes, the Scheduled Tribes, and other Backward Classes as recognized by the Indian government, encompassing groups facing social, educational, and economic disadvantages.

Question 7

Whose watchboard was 'Freedom First, Freedom second and Freedom last.

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The answer of Whose watchboard was 'Freedom First, Freedom second...

Question 8

This type of discipline is founded on fear and imposed from above by the use of authority. What discipline is it?

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Negative Discipline is often based on fear and is imposed from above by authority figures, using punishment or the threat of punishment to enforce rules and expectations. Positive Discipline, on the other hand, focuses on teaching and guiding.

Question 9

In India women are given

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In India, despite constitutional guarantees of equality, women often face societal and systemic challenges that result in a lower status compared to men in various aspects such as economic participation, education, and political representation.

Question 10

The society in India is

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The society in India is predominantly patriarchal in character, where men typically hold authority over women and children in most aspects of society and family life.

Question 11

Due to the low status accorded to girls by the society. They often have

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The societal low status often accorded to girls can lead to them having low self-esteem due to negative societal attitudes and discrimination they face, impacting their self-worth and confidence negatively.

Question 12

In Rural areas in India the Co-educational system of school often

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In rural areas of India, cultural and societal norms often deter girls from attending co-educational schools due to concerns about safety, modesty, and traditional gender roles.

Question 13

This type of discipline is the result of gradual building up habits of self-control and cooperation. It is carried out by individuals because they realize its necessity and valve. This discipline is called.

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Positive discipline focuses on building habits of self-control and cooperation among individuals, emphasizing the importance and value of discipline, which leads to its voluntary adoption.

Question 14

In education discipline is

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Discipline is very necessary in education as it helps maintain order, fosters a conducive learning environment, and promotes self-control and responsibility among students.

Question 15

When laws can exist without liberty, liberty cannot exist

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Liberty cannot exist without laws because laws are necessary to define and protect the freedoms and rights of individuals. Without laws, there would be no framework to safeguard liberty.

Question 16

Article 15- ''The state shall not discriminate against any citizen on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth is any of them'' This particular Article is specifically significant in __

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Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination by the state against any citizen on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth, or any of them. This is significant for both the equalization of educational opportunities and the advancement of the Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in India, as it ensures equal treatment under the law, promoting equality in education and socio-economic development.

Question 17

Article 17 of the Indian Constitution deals with what topic?

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Article 17 of the Indian Constitution specifically addresses the abolition of untouchability, declaring its practice in any form to be forbidden.

Question 18

This particular Article obligated the state to promote the educational and economic interest of the weaker sections of STs. Which Article is it?

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Article 46 of the Indian Constitution obligates the state to promote the educational and economic interests of the weaker sections, particularly Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, and to protect them from social injustice and all forms of exploitation.

Question 19

The SCs, STs, and OBs in India

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The SCs (Scheduled Castes), STs (Scheduled Tribes), and OBCs (Other Backward Classes) in India do not represent a single homogeneous community; they are distinct groups with their own unique identities, cultures, and social statuses.

Question 20

Level of literacy of the SCs, STs and OBCs in India is

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The level of literacy among the Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in India is generally considered poor compared to the general population. This is due to various historical, social, and economic factors that have limited their access to education and resources.

Quiz 14: Education and Equality: Examining Discrimination, Opportunities, and Policies