MCQ (Solution) - Understanding Marginalisation | Social Studies (SST) Class 8 PDF Download

Q1: What does it mean to be socially marginalized?
(a) Living in urban areas
(b) Being excluded or pushed to the sidelines in society
(c) Having a high socio-economic status
(d) Practicing tribal religions

Correct Answer is Option (b)
Social marginalization refers to the exclusion or pushing of individuals or groups to the edges of society.Socially marginalized

Q2: Who are Adivasis? 
(a)  Urban settlers in India 
(b)  Communities living in close association with forests 
(c) Nomads in the desert regions of India 
(d) Followers of mainstream religions in India 

Correct Answer is Option (b)
Adivasis are communities that lived and often continue to live in close association with forests.Adivasis

Q3: In which states of India are Adivasis particularly numerous? 
(a) Punjab and Haryana 
(b)  Kerala and Tamil Nadu 
(c)  Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and others 
(d) Uttar Pradesh and Bihar 

Correct Answer is Option (c)
Adivasis are particularly numerous in states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and various northeastern states.

Q4: What is a common stereotype associated with Adivasis? 
(a) They lack advancement. 
(b) They are exotic, primitive and backward.
(c) They are resistant to change. 
(d)  All of the above.

Correct Answer is Option (d)

• Adivasis are often shown in very stereotypical ways, typically dressed in colorful costumes, wearing headgear, and performing dances. 
•  Despite these portrayals, we know very little about the real lives of Adivasis. 
•  This lack of understanding can lead people to view them as exotic, primitive, and backward. 
•  Adivasis are often blamed for not progressing, as many believe they are resistant to change or new ideas. 

Q5: Why have Adivasis been forced to migrate to cities in recent years? 
(a) Cultural preferences 
(b) Economic changes, forest policies, and political force 
(c)  Lack of educational opportunities 
(d)  Adequate employment opportunities in rural areas 

Correct Answer is Option (b)
Recently, adivasis have been forced to migrate due to economic changes, forest policies, and political force applied by the state.

Q6: What does the term "minority" commonly refer to? 
(a) Large communities in relation to the population 
(b) Numerically small communities in relation to the population 
(c) Urban populations 
(d) Nomadic communities 

Correct Answer is Option (b)
The term "minority" is commonly used to refer to communities that are numerically small in relation to the rest of the population.

Q7: Why are safeguards necessary for minority communities according to the Indian Constitution?

(a) To avoid discrimination.
(b) To dominate the majority.
(c) To increase their size.
(d) To reduce their rights.

Correct Answer is Option (a)
The Indian Constitution recognizes that minority communities may face marginalization, discrimination, and cultural domination due to their smaller size relative to the majority. To prevent such disadvantages, safeguards are implemented to ensure their protection and equal rights in society. This helps promote fairness and inclusivity.Cultural Diversity and Equality

Q8: According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of India's population is Muslim?
(a) 12.5%
(b) 14.2%
(c) 16.4%
(d) 18.1%

Correct Answer is Option (a)
According to the 2011 Census, Muslims make up 14.2% of India's total population. This demographic is considered a marginalized community due to their comparatively lower socio-economic development status. The data highlights the need for targeted efforts to uplift and support the community's socio-economic progress.Muslims

Q9: What does "ghettoisation" refer to?
(a)  A process of cultural integration.
(b)  A community being isolated and alienated.
(c) A community's economic advancement.
(d) Customary practices like wearing burqa and fez 

Correct Answer is Option (b)
A ghetto is an area or locality that is populated largely by members of a particular community. Ghettoisation refers to the process that leads to such a situation. This may occur due to various social, cultural and economic reasons. Fear or hostility may also compel a community to group together as they feel more secure living amongst their own. Often a ‘ghettoised’ community has fewoptions of moving out, which may lead to them becoming alienated from the rest of the society.

Q10: Why are Muslims often identified differently from others?
(a) Because of their socio-economic status.
(b) Due to their distinct customs and practices.
(c)  Due to their economic advancements.
(d) Because of their mainstream lifestyle.

Correct Answer is Option (b)
Muslim customs and practices, such as wearing a burqa, sporting a long beard, or wearing a fez, often set them apart from the mainstream. These distinct customs become ways to identify Muslims, and as a result, some people tend to view them as different from the rest of society. This can lead to discrimination or prejudice, as their differences are used as an excuse to treat them as outsiders.