Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Challenges of Cultural Diversity

Question:
What is the basis of Communalist identity in the Indian context?
Options:
Communalists constitute a political identity based on Communism.
Communalism constitutes a political identity based on Constitution.
Communalism constitutes a political identity based on religion and teaches us to hate every other form of identity,
Communalism is an expression of collective identities.
Correct Answer:
Communalism constitutes a political identity based on religion and teaches us to hate every other form of identity,
Explanation:
communalists do believe in a political identity based on religion. The key factor is attitudes towards those who believe in other identities, including other religion-based identities. Communalists cultivate an aggressive political identity and are prepared to condemn or attack everyone who does not share their identity