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What is the primary religion followed by the Adivasi groups mentioned in the text?
What is the primary religion followed by the Adivasi groups mentioned in the text?
- Hinduism
- Buddhism
- Christianity (correct)
- Islam
Which language is spoken by over 70% of the Adivasis mentioned in the text?
Which language is spoken by over 70% of the Adivasis mentioned in the text?
- Oriya
- Hindi
- Santali (correct)
- Bengali
What economic activity were the Adivasis primarily dependent on during the pre-colonial period?
What economic activity were the Adivasis primarily dependent on during the pre-colonial period?
- Shifting agriculture (correct)
- Mining
- Construction work
- Industrial labor
Where did some Adivasis move to after 1830, as mentioned in the text?
Where did some Adivasis move to after 1830, as mentioned in the text?
What was a significant change in the economic status of Adivasis mentioned in the text?
What was a significant change in the economic status of Adivasis mentioned in the text?
What is the meaning of marginalized as described in the text?
What is the meaning of marginalized as described in the text?
Why do poor people feel marginalized according to the text?
Why do poor people feel marginalized according to the text?
Who are Adivasis as per the text?
Who are Adivasis as per the text?
What percentage of the Indian population is composed of Adivasis?
What percentage of the Indian population is composed of Adivasis?
In which areas are the Adivasi communities situated as mentioned in the text?
In which areas are the Adivasi communities situated as mentioned in the text?
What is the traditional belief system of the Adivasi groups mentioned in the text?
What is the traditional belief system of the Adivasi groups mentioned in the text?
What influenced many Adivasis to convert to Christianity in the 19th century?
What influenced many Adivasis to convert to Christianity in the 19th century?
What language is predominantly spoken by over 70% of the Adivasis mentioned in the text?
What language is predominantly spoken by over 70% of the Adivasis mentioned in the text?
Why were Adivasis forced to change their economic status, forest access, and political policies?
Why were Adivasis forced to change their economic status, forest access, and political policies?
Where did some Adivasis move to after 1830, as mentioned in the text?
Where did some Adivasis move to after 1830, as mentioned in the text?
Flashcards
Who are Adivasis?
Who are Adivasis?
Communities living close to the forest and often associated with a traditional way of life.
What is the traditional belief system of Adivasis?
What is the traditional belief system of Adivasis?
Adivasis primarily worshiped mountain spirits, reflecting their close connection to nature.
Why did some Adivasis convert to Christianity?
Why did some Adivasis convert to Christianity?
Christianity was introduced to many Adivasis during the colonial era, influenced by European powers.
What language is widely spoken by Adivasis?
What language is widely spoken by Adivasis?
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What was the main economic activity of Adivasis before colonialism?
What was the main economic activity of Adivasis before colonialism?
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Where did some Adivasis move to after 1830?
Where did some Adivasis move to after 1830?
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What economic change happened for Adivasis?
What economic change happened for Adivasis?
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What does 'marginalized' mean?
What does 'marginalized' mean?
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Why do poor people feel marginalized?
Why do poor people feel marginalized?
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What percentage of India's population are Adivasis?
What percentage of India's population are Adivasis?
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Where are Adivasi communities located?
Where are Adivasi communities located?
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Why did Adivasis experience changes in their economy, forest access, and policies?
Why did Adivasis experience changes in their economy, forest access, and policies?
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What is the main religion of Adivasis?
What is the main religion of Adivasis?
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Study Notes
Understanding Marginalization
- Marginalization means to be placed on the sides, not at the center of things, often feeling powerless and excluded.
Reasons for Marginalization
- Different languages spoken
- Different customs and traditions followed
- Belonging to various religious groups
- Belonging to different majority communities
- Poverty, leading to low social status and exclusion
- Inability to access rights and opportunities
Adivasis
- Adivasis are communities or original inhabitants of a region, often living close to forests
- In India, around 8% of the population is tribal people or Adivasis
- Many vital mining, small-scale sectors, and industrial centers are located within Adivasi areas, such as:
- Rourkela
- Bokaro
- Bhilai
- Jamshedpur
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Prepare for your Social Science - Civics exam with this revision quiz on the meaning and reasons for marginalization. Understand the concept of being socially marginalized and how it applies to different aspects of life.
