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The sense of difference and exclusion leads to communities not having access to ______ and opportunities.
The sense of difference and exclusion leads to communities not having access to ______ and opportunities.
resources
Marginalisation is seldom experienced in one ______.
Marginalisation is seldom experienced in one ______.
sphere
More powerful sections of society are often ______ and politically powerful.
More powerful sections of society are often ______ and politically powerful.
wealthy
Soma and Helen were watching the Republic Day ______ on TV.
Soma and Helen were watching the Republic Day ______ on TV.
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Adivasis often face challenges when ______ their rights.
Adivasis often face challenges when ______ their rights.
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Dadu recalls a time when their village in Odisha was very ______.
Dadu recalls a time when their village in Odisha was very ______.
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The companywallahs wanted to mine iron ore under their ______.
The companywallahs wanted to mine iron ore under their ______.
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Villagers were promised jobs and ______ if they sold their land.
Villagers were promised jobs and ______ if they sold their land.
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Some gave thumbprints, not realising they were selling their ______ off.
Some gave thumbprints, not realising they were selling their ______ off.
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Many of us were forced to leave our homes and find seasonal work in nearby ______.
Many of us were forced to leave our homes and find seasonal work in nearby ______.
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They beat and threatened us till eventually everyone was forced to sell and abandon the land of their ______.
They beat and threatened us till eventually everyone was forced to sell and abandon the land of their ______.
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The money hardly lasted in the ______.
The money hardly lasted in the ______.
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Those were very difficult ______.
Those were very difficult ______.
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We did not go to school for several ______years.
We did not go to school for several ______years.
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I hated going back to ______.
I hated going back to ______.
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I wish I could have spoken about our ______.
I wish I could have spoken about our ______.
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The SC/ST Act reflects the Constitution’s commitment to ______ Rights.
The SC/ST Act reflects the Constitution’s commitment to ______ Rights.
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Songs and poems have been used to break down boundaries between social science and ______ textbooks.
Songs and poems have been used to break down boundaries between social science and ______ textbooks.
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Communities that are excluded may feel marginalised because they follow different customs or belong to a different ______ group.
Communities that are excluded may feel marginalised because they follow different customs or belong to a different ______ group.
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Children are aware of contentious issues and discussions should ensure no child feels ______, ridiculed, or left out.
Children are aware of contentious issues and discussions should ensure no child feels ______, ridiculed, or left out.
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Marginalisation can make individuals feel that they are 'not with it' because they have different tastes in ______.
Marginalisation can make individuals feel that they are 'not with it' because they have different tastes in ______.
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Those who experience marginalisation may feel they are considered to be of ‘low’ social ______.
Those who experience marginalisation may feel they are considered to be of ‘low’ social ______.
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The experience of feeling marginalized may occur on the ______ or in social environments.
The experience of feeling marginalized may occur on the ______ or in social environments.
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Marginalised groups are sometimes viewed with ______ and fear.
Marginalised groups are sometimes viewed with ______ and fear.
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Muslims make up ______ percent of India's population according to the 2011 Census.
Muslims make up ______ percent of India's population according to the 2011 Census.
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Muslims are considered a marginalized community due to their lower status of socio-economic ______.
Muslims are considered a marginalized community due to their lower status of socio-economic ______.
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In terms of access to electricity, ______ have the highest percentage among the communities listed.
In terms of access to electricity, ______ have the highest percentage among the communities listed.
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The percentage of Muslims with access to tap water is ______ percent.
The percentage of Muslims with access to tap water is ______ percent.
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The literacy rate for Muslims in 2011 was ______ percent.
The literacy rate for Muslims in 2011 was ______ percent.
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Among all communities, the ______ have the highest literacy rate at 86 percent.
Among all communities, the ______ have the highest literacy rate at 86 percent.
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The community with the least access to basic amenities is the ______.
The community with the least access to basic amenities is the ______.
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According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate for Hindus is ______ percent.
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate for Hindus is ______ percent.
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The population percentage of Muslims in India is ______ percent.
The population percentage of Muslims in India is ______ percent.
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Muslims in India are represented at only ______ percent in the IAS.
Muslims in India are represented at only ______ percent in the IAS.
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The Sachar Committee Report discussed the ______ of the Muslim community.
The Sachar Committee Report discussed the ______ of the Muslim community.
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According to the Sachar Committee, ______ percent of Muslim children aged 6-14 have never been enrolled in school or have dropped out.
According to the Sachar Committee, ______ percent of Muslim children aged 6-14 have never been enrolled in school or have dropped out.
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The average years of schooling for Muslim children is ______ than that of other socio-religious communities.
The average years of schooling for Muslim children is ______ than that of other socio-religious communities.
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The committee examining the status of Muslims was chaired by ______ Rajindar Sachar.
The committee examining the status of Muslims was chaired by ______ Rajindar Sachar.
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Muslims in India experience economic and social ______ beyond education.
Muslims in India experience economic and social ______ beyond education.
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The percentage of Muslims in Central Public Sector Units is ______.
The percentage of Muslims in Central Public Sector Units is ______.
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Muslim customs and practices are sometimes quite distinct from what is seen as the ______.
Muslim customs and practices are sometimes quite distinct from what is seen as the ______.
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Some people think Muslims are not like the ‘rest of ______’.
Some people think Muslims are not like the ‘rest of ______’.
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The social marginalization of Muslims can lead to their ______ from places where they have lived.
The social marginalization of Muslims can lead to their ______ from places where they have lived.
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Prejudice against Muslims has sometimes resulted in ______ and violence.
Prejudice against Muslims has sometimes resulted in ______ and violence.
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Marginalisation is a complex phenomenon requiring a variety of strategies and ______.
Marginalisation is a complex phenomenon requiring a variety of strategies and ______.
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All of us have a stake in protecting the rights defined in the ______.
All of us have a stake in protecting the rights defined in the ______.
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Without these measures, we will never be able to protect the ______ that makes our country unique.
Without these measures, we will never be able to protect the ______ that makes our country unique.
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Realising the State's commitment to promote ______ for all is crucial.
Realising the State's commitment to promote ______ for all is crucial.
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Study Notes
Unit Four: Social Justice and the Marginalised
- Equality, both formal and substantive, is a crucial value.
- Differences in access to resources, exemplified by women's struggles for education, highlight the need for substantive equality.
- The Fundamental Rights enshrined in India's Constitution are crucial for ensuring equality and dignity.
- Marginalization, the exclusion from mainstream society, affects various communities.
- The Adivasis, Muslims, and Dalits are examples of marginalized groups, facing distinct forms of marginalization.
- Factors contributing to marginalization can be multifaceted.
- Marginalization can manifest in diverse ways for each group.
- Government policies and schemes aim to address marginalization.
- Educational tools like data, poems, storyboards, and case studies are used to understand and empathize with marginalized communities.
- The SC/ST Act reflects the Constitution's commitment to Fundamental Rights.
- Language differences, religious affiliation, poverty, and social status may lead to marginalization.
- Marginalization negatively impacts communities' access to resources and opportunities, and creates feelings of disadvantage and powerless.
- Intersections of economic, social, cultural, and political factors contribute to experiences of marginalization.
- Discussions on marginalization in the classroom require mindful consideration, ensuring that no child feels discriminated against, ridiculed, or excluded.
Chapter 5: Understanding Marginalisation
- Marginalization means being forced to occupy a secondary position, on the fringes or sides of society.
- Marginalisation may occur in a wide array of situations, including: taste in music or film differences; language; religious differences; poor social status; or speaking out.
- Marginalized communities may face hostility and fear.
- Marginalization affects communities' equal access to resources, and leads to a sense of powerlessness.
- Marginalization impacts multiple spheres, including economic, social, cultural, and political spheres.
- The text discusses two marginalized communities in India.
Chapter 6: Understanding Marginalisation (specifically Adivasis)
- Adivasi families' experiences, particularly displacement due to forest clearances, are similar to those of other marginalized groups across India.
- Adivasi communities have deep connection with their land and traditional ways of life.
- The extraction of natural resources for industrial purposes contributes to the displacement of Adivasi communities.
- Promises of employment and compensation may not always materialize for those whose lands are displaced.
- Some communities face forced displacement, separation from family, and loss of ancestral land, contributing to economic and social marginalization.
- Forced migration from villages and forced labor in other sectors are mentioned.
Muslims and Marginalisation
- According to the 2011 Census, Muslims comprise 14.2% of India's population.
- Marginalized communities often experience lower socio-economic status and disparities in access to basic amenities, literacy, and public employment.
- Data shows disparities in access to basic amenities (housing, electricity, and water) and education between Muslims and other communities.
- The Sachar Committee Report highlighted the socio-economic marginalization of the Muslim community in India.
Why are safeguards for minority communities important?
- Safeguards are vital for protecting India's cultural diversity and ensuring equality and social justice.
- Minority groups can face disadvantages and discrimination due to the influence of the majority culture.
- Protection from marginalization is vital for the well-being of individuals and communities.
- The Constitution of India provides safeguards for religious and linguistic minorities, including rights, resources, and protection from discrimination.
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Explore the vital concepts of social justice and the challenges faced by marginalized communities such as Adivasis, Muslims, and Dalits. This quiz assesses your understanding of equality, fundamental rights, and government policies aimed at addressing inequality. Engage with educational tools to deepen your empathy and awareness of these issues.
