Sociology II · Topic
Ethnicity and Identity Movements
Ethnic, regional and other identity movements.
75 UPSC Mains Sociology II questions on Ethnicity and Identity Movements that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2016–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
"The rise of social media has transformed the dynamics of social movements in India." Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Environmental MovementsWomen's Movement
Are tribal protests & movements an indication of limitation of the policy of integration in independent India. Comment.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Tribal CommunitiesEthnicity and Identity Movements
Assess the factors behind the resurgence of Khalistani movement. (10) (b) How will you characterize circular migration? Evaluate the driving factors behind circular migration.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsRegionalism and Decentralisation
“Regional identity politics simultaneously strengthens and fragments Indian federalism.”
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Regionalism and DecentralisationEthnicity and Identity Movements
Political mobilization due to New social Movements cannot be ignored; even Old social Movements such as demand for Telangana state were fueled by Middle Class.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsParties, Pressure Groups and Elites
It is argued that the caste has lost its traditional elements of purity & pollution & become more of an Identity group. Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Caste SystemEthnicity and Identity Movements
Ethnicity as a source of conflict. 5(b) How did Ambedkar conceptualize Dalit identity? 5(c) Discuss cooperatives as economic organizations in India. 5(d) 'Indian villages now survive as an idea only'. Discuss. 5(e) Examine the social implications of surrogacy in India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsDalit and Backward Class Movements
Discuss the role of social media in religious revivalism and the spread of ethnic conflicts. How can it be countered?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Communalism and Ethnic ConflictEthnicity and Identity Movements
Discuss the socioeconomic implications of India's declining fertility rate crossing replacement level in certain states.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Ageing, Sex Ratio and HealthRegionalism and Decentralisation
How far, do you agree, with the view that the recent social movements in India have elements of New Social Movements?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsEnvironmental Movements
Analyze the role of regional cinema in promoting linguistic identity and cultural assertion in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsRegionalism and Decentralisation
Comment on the growing assertion of tribal communities for autonomy in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesRegionalism and Decentralisation
Examine the tension between National Integration and the assertion of regional identities in Indian democratic processes.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
How does migration shape the development patterns of cities and regions, including the growth of informal settlements, the formation of new ethnic enclaves, and the impact on urban services and infrastructure?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Urbanisation and SlumsInformal Sector and Child Labour
Our Common Future report (e) Women's Reservation in Panchayats (b) Maternal and Infant Mortality
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Displacement and SustainabilityEthnicity and Identity Movements