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Social Movements

Civics ⇒ Social Justice and Diversity

Social Movements starts at 8 and continues till grade 12. QuestionsToday has an evolving set of questions to continuously challenge students so that their knowledge grows in Social Movements. How you perform is determined by your score and the time you take. When you play a quiz, your answers are evaluated in concept instead of actual words and definitions used.
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Describe the contribution of B.R. Ambedkar to the Dalit Movement.
Describe the impact of the Chipko Movement on environmental policies in India.
Describe the main objective of the Narmada Bachao Andolan.
Describe the role of media in the growth of social movements in India.
Explain the difference between a social movement and a political party.
Explain the importance of collective identity in social movements.
Explain the role of leadership in the success of social movements.
Explain the role of women in the Chipko Movement.
Which leader is associated with the Dalit Panthers movement? (1) B.R. Ambedkar, (2) Namdeo Dhasal, (3) Jyotirao Phule, (4) Kanshi Ram
Which of the following best describes a 'revolutionary movement'? (1) A movement seeking minor changes, (2) A movement seeking to overthrow the existing system, (3) A movement supporting the status quo, (4) A movement for environmental protection
Which of the following is a feature of social movements? (1) Individual action, (2) Organised collective action, (3) Spontaneous riots, (4) Government policy
Which of the following is an example of a new social movement in India? (1) Chipko Movement, (2) Narmada Bachao Andolan, (3) Quit India Movement, (4) Non-Cooperation Movement
Fill in the blank: The ________ Movement in India was led by peasants against the British indigo planters.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Movement in India was started to demand the protection of the rights of linguistic minorities.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Movement in India was started to protest against the displacement caused by the Sardar Sarovar Dam.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Movement in Maharashtra was started to fight for the rights of Dalits.
Is the following statement true or false? 'Social movements can be both violent and non-violent.'
State whether the following statement is true or false: 'All social movements are successful in achieving their goals.'
State whether the following statement is true or false: 'Social movements can be local, regional, or national in scope.'
State whether the following statement is true or false: 'Social movements can influence government policies.'