Sociology II · Topic
Untouchability
The forms of untouchability and perspectives on it.
30 UPSC Mains Sociology II questions on Untouchability that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2014–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
"Untouchability has often been termed as the inhuman institution of Indian Society". In this context, discuss the social problems of untouchability from different perspectives.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2018–2023
UntouchabilityCaste System
Caste as a social reality is viewed differently by Gandhi and Ambedkar. Their perspectives diverge but meet at a common end. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2018–2021
Caste SystemUntouchability
Social Exclusion is maintained through the rules of purity and pollution which have deep roots in religion. Comment.
20 marks · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Caste SystemUntouchability
"The removal of untouchability requires the abolition of caste system in totality". Analyse the statement with respect to Dr. Ambedkar's perspective.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Caste SystemUntouchability
The social problem of 'untouchability' has been understood through different perspectives. Examine.
15 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2014–2016
UntouchabilityCaste System
Recently, Supreme Court asked government to decide whether or not to include Dalit Christians and Muslims under the Scheduled Caste for availing benefits of reservation. Discuss the reasons and challenges thereof.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Caste SystemUntouchability
"Manual scavenging is a stink that never washes off". In the light of this statement, provide the reasons for the unabated existence of manual scavenging in Indian society and suggest possible solutions.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
UntouchabilityCaste System
Discuss the various manifestations of untouchability practices in modern India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
UntouchabilityCaste System
Annihilation of caste is not merely a socio-political goal but requires a radical rethinking of religious principles. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Caste SystemUntouchability
Critically analyze the concept of the creamy layer among SC/STs in the context of reservation policy. Does this move advance or undermine the goal of social justice?
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Caste SystemDalit and Backward Class Movements
“Manual scavenging is illegal but still persists”. In the context of this statement, discuss the measures taken by government to address the issue and reasons for its failure.
15 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2016
UntouchabilityCaste System
Critically analyze the merits and de-merits of the caste system
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017
Caste SystemUntouchability
Even though Untouchability seems to be eradicated in manifest forms, it still exists in a latent form. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2020–2021
UntouchabilityCaste System
What are the various dimensions of 'purity and pollution' in modern India? Critically examine.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Caste SystemUntouchability
The Indian caste system has both its 'merits' and 'demerits' for the individual and society. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2014–2015
Caste SystemUntouchability
From India's 'hidden apartheid' to questioning the hierarchy and discrimination, discuss how a section of Dalits has started to refuse the conventional social stigmatization and subordination by the upper castes.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Dalit and Backward Class MovementsCaste System
The practice of untouchability, though declining still persists in India. Discuss its manifestation and reasons responsible for persistence.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
UntouchabilityCaste System
Ambedkar's engagement with untouchability, as a researcher, intellectual and activist, is much more nuanced and intimate as compared to his viewpoint on caste. Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
UntouchabilityCaste System
Reinventions of untouchability, an antiquated model of cruelty exemplified by centuries of decadent slavery in the name of caste is now slowly emerging from within this society. Comment.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
UntouchabilityCaste System
Manual scavenging is defined as the act of lifting human excreta by humans. This is present in Indian society still, despite frameworks like Ban on Manual Scavenging
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
UntouchabilityCaste System
How has B.R. Ambedkar identified the features of the caste system? How is it different from the mainstream treatment of caste features?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Caste SystemUntouchability
Different perspectives to the social problem of Untouchability
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
UntouchabilityCaste System
Caste as a social reality was viewed differently by Gandhi and Ambedkar. Their perspectives diverge but meet at a common end. Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Caste SystemUntouchability
Briefly discuss the challenges to Indian Nationalism in contemporary times. Even though Untouchability seems to be eradicated in manifest forms, it still exists in a latent form. Examine. The Latest National Health Mission report has flagged the 'uneven burden' women bear in family planning. Discuss the reasons for this imbalance and other socio-cultural barriers for family planning in India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Nation, Democracy and CitizenshipCaste System
Critically examine Louis Dumont's concept of purity and pollution.
15 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2015
Caste SystemIndology
The practice of untouchability, though declining still persists in India. Discuss its manifestation and reasons for persistence.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
UntouchabilityCaste System
Elucidate on Dumont's conceptualization of 'purity and pollution' and its contemporary relevance.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Caste SystemUntouchability
Give reasons for widespread incidences of atrocities against Dalit despite legal provision.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Caste SystemUntouchability
Discuss Andre Beteille's model of caste inequality. How does it differ from the traditional view? (c) 'Untouchability is a practice of extreme form of discrimination, segregation and disability by upper caste over lower caste.' Discuss the Ambedkarite perspective in this context. Q4(a) Critically examine the concept of social change in India. Q4(b) Reform movements in 19th century were an outcome of exigencies of modern social challenges. Comment.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Caste SystemUntouchability
Analyze B.R. Ambedkar's critique of Hindu social order and his vision for an egalitarian society. To what extent have his ideas been realized in contemporary India?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Caste SystemUntouchability