Sociology II · Practice questions
Untouchability
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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
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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
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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
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