Match List I with List II.
| List I | List II |
|---|---|
| A. Cultural diversity | I. Emphasises differences rather than inequalities |
| B. Community identity | II. Based on belonging |
| C. Minority (sociological sense) | III. Small and disadvantaged collectivity |
| D. Civil society | IV. Sphere beyond family, state and market |
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option 1: A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV.
A – I: Correct. Cultural diversity highlights the existence of different social groups and communities. It emphasises differences rather than inequalities.
B – II: Correct. Community identity is rooted in birth and belonging rather than acquired qualifications or accomplishments.
C – III: Correct. In the sociological sense, a minority is not merely a numerically smaller group. It generally refers to a relatively small and disadvantaged collectivity with a shared sense of belonging.
D – IV: Correct. Civil society refers to the public sphere that exists beyond the family but outside both the state and the market, where individuals voluntarily form organisations to pursue common interests.