Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Patterns of Social Inequality and Exclusion

Question:

Which of the following is/are correct about social exclusion?

Options:

Social exclusion is a process in which an individual is cut off from full involvement in society.

Social exclusion is both accidental as well as systematic.

Social exclusion is voluntary

Both 1 and 2

Correct Answer:

Social exclusion is a process in which an individual is cut off from full involvement in society.

Explanation:

Social exclusion refers to ways in which individuals may become cut off from full involvement in the wider society. It focuses attention on a broad range of factors that prevent individuals or groups from having opportunities open to the majority of the population. Social exclusion is not accidental but systematic – it is the result of structural features of society. It is important to note that social exclusion is involuntary – that is, exclusion is practiced regardless of the wishes of those who are excluded.