The chapter Gender, Religion and Caste in Class 10 Civics explores how social differences and identities influence politics in a democratic country. It highlights issues like gender inequality, the role of religion in politics, and the impact of caste on society and governance.
Gender Religion and Caste Class 10 MCQ
1. Two statements are given as Assertion (A) and Reason(R). Study the statements carefully and identify the correct alternative:
ASSERTION (A): Exclusive attention to caste can produce negative results in democracy.
REASON (R): It can divert attention from other important issues thus leading to tensions, conflicts and even violence.
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c. A is true but R is false.
d. A is false but R is true
2. Which of the following is the true meaning of ‘Equal treatment of women’ as a necessary ingredient of a democratic society?
a. Women are always treated with respect and dignity.
b. It is now easier for women to legally wage struggle for their rights.
c. Most societies across the world are now women dominated.
d. Women are now treated as equals in the political arena.
3. Consider the statements given below and choose the correct answer.
Statement I: A communal mindset can lead to efforts to secure political influence for a specific religious group.
Statement II: Members of the majority community may seek to create a separate political entity as a response to such dynamics.
a. Statement (I) is correct and (II) is incorrect.
b. Statement (I) is incorrect and (II) is correct
c. Both (I) & (II) are incorrect
d. Both (I) & (II) are correct
4. Which of the following statement is true regarding Feminist Movements?
A. A group which favours giving more power to working women at rural and urban level.
B. A movement that believes in giving exclusive rights to female in urban areas.
C. Radical women’s movements aimed at equality in personal and family life as well.
D. It is the practice of placing a feminine and masculine point of view in decision making.
5. Which of the following term refers to the belief in and advocacy for the social, political and economic equality of women?
(a) Patriarchy
(b) Matriarchy
(c) Socialist
(d) Feminists
6. Read the given statements:
· India has no official religion.
· All the communities have freedom to profess and practice any religion in India.
Which one of the following constitutional term is used for the above statements?
(a) Republic
(b) Secular
(c) Sovereign
(d) Socialist
7. In which of the following countries is the participation of women in politics very high?
(a) Finland
(b) Hungary
(c) Russia
(d) Latvia
8. Two statements are given below as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the appropriate option:
Assertion (A): Women in different parts of the World organized themselves and agitated for equal rights.
Reason (R): Women’s movement aimed at equality in personal and family life as well.
Options:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the not correct explanation of (A).
(C) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
9. Which one of the following matters do NOT deal with the ‘Family Laws’?
(A) Marriage
(B) Adoption
(C) Inheritance
(D) Finance
10. In which one of the following regions is the participation of women in public life the highest?
(a) Nordic countries
(b) Arab states
(c) European countries
(d) Asian countries
11. What is gender division?
a. It is natural and based on biology.
b. It is a division where men dominate politics only.
c. It is a social division based on stereotypes and expectations.
d. None of the above
Explanation: Gender division is not natural, but society has decided what men and women should do.
12. Which of the following is an example of sexual division of labour?
a. Women do household work while men handle outside work.
b. Men and women equally share household work.
c. Both a) and b)
d. None of the above
Explanation: In most families, women are expected to do housework and men handle outside work.
13. What do you mean by patriarchy?
a. Equal power sharing between men and women.
b. A system where women dominate men.
c. A system where women control political power.
d. Rule by father, valuing men more and giving them power over women.
Explanation: “Patriarchy” means “rule by father”, meaning men have more power compared to women.
14. According to the Time Use Survey, how many hours do women and men work daily?
a. Woman – 6 hours, Man – 5 hours
b. Woman – 7.5 hours, Man – 6.5 hours
c. Woman – 8 hours; man – 5 hours
d. None of the above
Explanation: The survey showed women work 7.5 hours daily, while men work 6.5 hours, yet women’s work is undervalued.
15. Which of the following acts belong to equal wages in India?
a. Minimum Wages Act, 1948
b. Factories Act, 1950
c. Equal Remuneration Act, 1976
d. None of the above
Explanation: This law states that women and men should receive equal pay for equal work.
16. What is the child sex ratio in India according to the Census Report of 2011?
a. 950 girls per 1000 boys
b. 919 girls per 1000 boys
c. 890 girls per 1000 boys
d. None of the above
Explanation: The Census 2011 reported India’s child sex ratio at 919 girls per 1000 boys, showing gender bias in society.
17. Which of the following regions has the highest participation of women in national parliaments?
a. India
b. Arab States
c. Nordic countries (Sweden, Norway, Finland)
d. Sub-Saharan Africa
Explanation: Nordic countries have the highest women’s participation in politics, unlike India, which lags behind.
18. What percentage of elected women members was recorded in Lok Sabha for the first time in 2019?
a. 10%
b. 14.36%
c. 20%
d. 33%
Explanation: In 2019, women’s representation in Lok Sabha touched 14.36% for the first time.
19. Which of the following laws passed regarding 33% reservation for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies?
a. Women Empowerment Act
b. Gender Equality Act
c. Women’s Rights Act
d. Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam
Explanation: The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam (Women’s Reservation Act, 2023) ensures 33% reservation for women in legislatures.
20. Gandhiji believed that politics must be guided by________.
a. The dominance of one religion
b. Separation of religion from politics
c. Ethics drawn from religion
d. All of the above
Explanation: Gandhiji argued that politics should be guided by moral values common to all religions, not by domination of one religion.
21. Which of the following best defines communal politics?
a. Politics based on equality of all religions
b. Politics based on religion as the principal basis of social community
c. Politics based on caste divisions
d. None of the above
Explanation: Communal politics assumes religion is the sole basis of community, often leading to conflict and domination.
22. Which of the following is NOT a form of communalism?
a. Religious prejudices and stereotypes
b. Political mobilisation on religious lines
c. Communal violence and riots
d. Equal treatment of all religions
Explanation: Equal treatment of all religions is secularism, not communalism. Communalism thrives on prejudice, mobilisation, and violence.
23. Which of the following constitutional provisions reflects India’s secular character?
a. Buddhism is the official religion of India.
b. Freedom to profess, practice and propagate any religion
c. State discrimination based on religion
d. None of the above
Explanation: The Constitution provides for religious freedom and prohibits discrimination on the basis of religion.
24. Which of the following statements is correct about the caste system in India?
A caste system was based on hereditary occupational division sanctioned by rituals.
b. The caste system allowed free choice of occupation.
c. The caste system promoted equality among all groups.
d. The caste system was absent in rural India.
Explanation: The caste system was based on hereditary occupations and religious customs.
25. According to Census 2011, what percentage of India’s population belonged to Scheduled Castes?
a. 8.6%
b. 16.6%
c. 41%
d. 14.2%
Explanation: Census 2011 recorded Scheduled Castes at 16.6% of India’s population, while Scheduled Tribes were 8.6%.
26. Which of the following is a positive impact of caste in politics?
a. It helps disadvantaged communities demand their share of power.
b. It diverts attention from poverty and development.
c. It leads to communal violence.
d. None of the above
Explanation: Caste politics has enabled Dalits and OBCs to gain better access to decision-making and demand dignity.
27. What is the negative effect of exclusive attention to caste in politics?
a. It strengthens democracy.
b. It diverts attention from issues like poverty, development and corruption.
c. It ensures equal representation.
d. None of the above
Explanation: Overemphasis on caste identity can lead to conflict and distract from pressing issues like poverty and governance.
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