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Women, Caste and Reform

Subject: Social Issues

Book: History - Class 8

Highlights social reformers like Raja Ram Mohan Roy and Jyotirao Phule who challenged patriarchal norms and caste discrimination. Points to laws against sati and child marriage as progress markers.

Practice Questions

Which Act prohibits the employment of children below 14 years in hazardous occupations in India?

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Which organization releases the Human Development Index (HDI)?

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What is the objective of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)?

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What does the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana aim to achieve?

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Which of the following best describes "social audit"?

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Which social issue is addressed by the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act?

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The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955, is associated with which social issue?

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What is the purpose of the Prevention of Atrocities Act?

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Which scheme focuses on providing health insurance to women and children in India?

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Which constitutional provision in India is associated with the promotion of social justice?

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