Polity Practice Quiz 133

Q1.How do governments make laws and policies for the marginalised?

A. Only through legislation B. Through laws, committees, surveys, and schemes C. Only through court orders D. Through international treaties

Q2.What is the primary argument for reservation policies for Dalits and Adivasis in India?

A. To provide equal opportunities to all citizens regardless of background B. To assist sections historically denied opportunities to learn and work C. To ensure proportional representation in all sectors D. To promote economic growth through affirmative action

Q3.Which groups are eligible for reservation in education and government employment?

A. All backward classes and minorities B. Dalits and Adivasis only C. Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and backward castes D. Economically weaker sections

Q4.What document is required for students applying to educational institutions to avail reservation benefits?

A. Income certificate B. Domicile certificate C. Caste or tribe certificate D. Birth certificate

Q5.What is the purpose of 'cut-off' marks in admission to professional colleges for reserved category candidates?

A. To ensure only the top performers get admission B. To set a minimum qualifying standard for reserved candidates C. To exclude all reserved category candidates D. To give preference to general category candidates

Q6.Besides reservation, what other facility does the government provide for Dalit and tribal students?

A. Free housing B. Special scholarships C. Free transportation D. Priority in job placements

Q7.Who maintains the list of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes for reservation purposes?

A. Only the central government B. Only state governments C. Both central and state governments D. The judiciary

Q8.What is the nature of the reservation policy?

A. Unanimously accepted B. Significant and highly contentious C. Rarely implemented D. Only for educational institutions

Q9.What does a democratic government need to do in a society where sections have been denied opportunities for centuries?

A. Maintain the status quo B. Step in and assist these sections C. Provide equal opportunities without intervention D. Focus only on economic development

Q10.What does the source text say our country has to guard against discrimination of marginalised communities?

A. Policies only B. Specific laws C. Constitutional amendments only D. Executive orders

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Polity Practice Quiz 133