Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Challenges of Cultural Diversity

Question:

Match List I with List II.

List IList 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
Options:

A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV

A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III

A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV

A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III

Correct Answer:

A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV

Explanation:

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.