5.2 - Caste and Tribe Systems Justifying and Perpetuating Inequality
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What is the caste system?
💡 Hint: Think about social roles based on birth.
What does untouchability refer to?
💡 Hint: Consider how society reacts to these individuals.
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What is the primary impact of the caste system?
💡 Hint: Think about how castes rank within society.
True or False: All castes have the same economic opportunities in India.
💡 Hint: Consider the disparities between different castes.
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Explore the effects of the caste system on education and how it may impact the future generation in India.
💡 Hint: Consider statistics on enrollment from different castes.
Critically evaluate the effectiveness of policy measures like reservations in overcoming caste-based inequalities.
💡 Hint: Reflect on personal or observed experiences of confrontation with such inequalities.
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