Q. Universal adult franchise means
a). Only educated people can vote
b). Only men can vote
c). All adult citizens have the right to vote
d). Only rich people can vote
Answer: c). All adult citizens have the right to vote
Explanation: Universal adult franchise ensures equal voting rights to every adult citizen without discrimination.
Q. What is the key principle of Indian democracy?
a). Freedom
b). Equality
c). Justice
d). Religion
Answer: b). Equality
Explanation: Equality is the central principle of democracy ensuring everyone is treated the same under the law.
Q. Equality means giving:
a). Everyone the same amount of wealth
b). Equal respect and opportunity to all
c). Power to only rich people
d). None of these
Answer: b). Equal respect and opportunity to all
Explanation: Equality in democracy ensures equal dignity, respect, and opportunity for every citizen
Q. Inequality in India is often seen in the form of:
a). Caste discrimination
b). Religious discrimination
c). Economic inequality
d). All of the above
Answer: d). All of the above
Explanation: Indian society faces multiple forms of inequality — caste, religion, and economic differences.
Q. Democracy is based on the idea that:
a). Some people are superior
b). All people are equal
c). Wealthy rule the poor
d). None of these
Answer: b). All people are equal
Explanation: Democracy is rooted in the principle of equality for all citizens.
Q. Who experiences inequality more often in India?
a). Urban elites
b). Poor and Dalits
c). Politicians
d). Industrialists
Answer: b). Poor and Dalits
Explanation: Dalits and rural poor often face social and economic discrimination.
Q. Who among the following faced discrimination due to caste?
a). Omprakash Valmiki
b). A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
c). Jawaharlal Nehru
d). Sardar Patel
Answer: a). Omprakash Valmiki
Explanation: He faced caste discrimination and wrote about his experiences in “Joothan.”
Q. Who is the author of the autobiographical book “Joothan”?
a). Mulk Raj Anand
b). Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
c). Omprakash Valmiki
d). Mahasweta Devi
Answer: c). Omprakash Valmiki
Explanation: Joothan is an autobiography written by Omprakash Valmiki, describing his experiences of caste-based discrimination as a Dalit.
Q. The government promotes equality through:
a). Laws and policies
b). Wealth distribution among rich
c). Religious laws only
d). Punishment alone
Answer: a). Laws and policies
Explanation: The government enforces equality through legal frameworks and welfare schemes.
Q. Which of the following is a government scheme to reduce inequality?
a). Mid-Day Meal Scheme
b). GST
c). Income Tax
d). Make in India
Answer: a). Mid-Day Meal Scheme
Explanation: It encourages school attendance and reduces caste discrimination during meals
Q. The Mid-Day Meal Scheme was launched to encourage:
a). Voting
b). School attendance and equality
c). Employment
d). Agriculture
Answer: b). School attendance and equality
Explanation: It increases school attendance and helps reduce caste discrimination during meals.
Q. Which was the first Indian state to implement the Mid-Day Meal Scheme in schools?
a). Tamil Nadu
b). Kerala
c). Gujarat
d). Punjab
Answer: a). Tamil Nadu
Explanation: In 2001, the Supreme Court of India asked all the state government of begin this programme in their schools.
Q. Laws against untouchability are part of:
a). Economic equality
b). Social equality
c). Political equality
d). Religious equality
Answer: b). Social equality
Explanation: Abolishing untouchability promotes social equality among citizens.
Q. Equality before law means:
a). Different laws for rich and poor
b). Everyone treated the same by law
c). Only government officials have rights
d). None of these
Answer: b). Everyone treated the same by law
Explanation: The law must treat every individual equally regardless of status.
Q. Which group of people in India face social inequality the most?
a). Industrialists
b). Dalits and Adivasis
c). Politicians
d). Soldiers
Answer: b). Dalits and Adivasis
Explanation: These groups have historically faced discrimination and social exclusion.
Q. The idea of equality in Indian democracy came from:
a). Ancient Greek kings
b). Indian Constitution
c). British monarchy
d). Religious books
Answer: b). Indian Constitution
Explanation: The Constitution enshrines equality as a fundamental right
Q. Inequality can be reduced if citizens:
a). Respect others’ rights
b). Encourage discrimination
c). Avoid education
d). Support unequal laws
Answer: a). Respect others’ rights
Explanation: Respect and awareness among citizens are key to maintaining equality.
Q. The government promotes equality through:
a). Laws and welfare programs
b). Business rules
c). Taxes only
d). Private organizations
Answer: a). Laws and welfare programs
Explanation: The government uses constitutional laws and social schemes to promote equality.
Q. Public facilities like hospitals and schools are meant to:
a). Serve only rich citizens
b). Provide equal access to all
c). Benefit industries
d). Increase taxes
Answer: b). Provide equal access to all
Explanation: Public facilities help promote social and economic equality.
Q. Rosa Parks is remembered for
a). Writing the US Constitution
b). Refusing to give up her bus seat to a white passenger
c). Starting a political party
d). Becoming the first woman President of the US
Answer: b). Refusing to give up her bus seat to a white passenger
Explanation: She refused to give up her bus seat to a white passenger on 1 December 1955.
Q. Which US law officially ended segregation in public places?
a). Civil Rights Act, 1964
b). Civil Rights Act, 1950
c). Independence Act, 1776
d). Voting Reform Act, 1990
Answer: a). Civil Rights Act, 1964
Explanation: This law banned discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Q. Article 15 of the Indian Constitution mainly prohibits discrimination on the basis of
a). Colour and hair type
b). Religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth
c). Height and weight
d). Language spoken
Answer: b). Religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth
Explanation: Article 15 ensures equality by banning discrimination on five specific grounds.