Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Patterns of Social Inequality and Exclusion

Question:

Which of the following statements denotes commonsensical perception of "disability"?

Options:

It is socially constructed.

It is biologically given.

It is linked with poverty.

It must be part of educational discourse.

Correct Answer:

It is biologically given.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → It is biologically given.

"The very term ‘disabled’ is significant because it draws attention to the fact that public perception of the ‘disabled’ needs to be questioned.  Here are some common features central to the public perception of ‘diability’ all over the world —

a. Disability is understood as a biological given.

b. Whenever a disabled person is confronted with problems, it is taken for granted that the problems originate from her/his impairment.

c. The disabled person is seen as a victim.

d. Disability is supposed to be linked with the disabled individual’s self perception.

e. The very idea of disability suggests that they are in need of help."