Omprakash Valmiki's Critique on Caste Hierarchies

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What term did Ambedkar find 'degrading and contemptuous' and suggested alternatives for?

Non-conformist Hindus

Protestant Hindus

Depressed classes (correct)

Excluded castes

Why did Valmiki write that the achievements of oppressed classes through reservations are hardly noticed and often ridiculed?

Low employment rates among the oppressed classes

Because of lack of education opportunities

Ongoing discrimination based on caste and religion (correct)

Due to government neglect

What bureaucratic nomenclature was given to Dalits by the government?

Excluded castes

Depressed classes (correct)

Protestant Hindus

Non-caste Hindus

Why did missionaries in southern India first use the term 'Depressed classes'?

To highlight social exclusion based on caste Signup and view all the answers

How did caste, community, and religion play a role in school and college admissions?

They were mentioned on admission forms Signup and view all the answers

Why is just being an Indian considered insufficient to get basic rights according to the text?

Because of discrimination based on community and beliefs Signup and view all the answers

What does Omprakash Valmiki emphasize in his work?

Differences between Dalits and Savarnas in religious beliefs Signup and view all the answers

What does Omprakash Valmiki contest through his work?

The justification of Dalit oppression by Savarnas based on Hindu religious laws Signup and view all the answers

What significant contribution did Omprakash Valmiki make to Dalit literature?

Bringing awareness to the plight of Dalits post-independence Signup and view all the answers

What is the central theme of Omprakash Valmiki's work 'Joothan'?

Rigidity and narrow-mindedness of casteist India Signup and view all the answers

What question does Omprakash Valmiki pose to evoke introspection in readers?

"Why is my caste my only identity?" Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of Indian society has always defined the sociopolitical scenario according to the text?

Caste system Signup and view all the answers

What does Omprakash Valmiki highlight with his statement 'One can somehow get past poverty and deprivation but it is impossible to get past caste'?

The rigidity of the caste system in India and its impact on individuals Signup and view all the answers

What does the title 'Joothan' symbolize in the context of the book?

The pain, humiliation, and poverty experienced by the Dalit community Signup and view all the answers

How were Dalits treated in comparison to animals?

Dalits were treated worse than animals Signup and view all the answers

In what way does Omprakash Valmiki's writing style in 'Joothan' differ from a linear pattern?

His writing includes flashbacks and memories instead of a chronological sequence Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as a traumatic experience for Omprakash Valmiki during his school days?

Having to sweep the school courtyard instead of attending classes Signup and view all the answers

How does the author showcase the lasting impact of his past on his present in 'Joothan'?

By demonstrating how his present is deeply affected by his past memories Signup and view all the answers