Question

Social inequality and exclusion are facts of life. Social inequality and exclusion are social because they are not about individuals but about groups. In every society, some people have a greater share of valued resources – money, property, education, health and power – than others. People often face discrimination and exclusion because of their gender, religion, ethnicity, language, caste and disability.

Which of the following statements is not true related to Exclusion of Dalits?

Options

• The institution of untouchability does not refer to the avoidance or prohibition of physical contact.

• Untouchability refers to a much broader set of social sanctions.

• Untouchable castes are outside the caste hierarchy.

• They are considered to be so impure that their mere touch severely pollutes members of all other castes.

Answer 1

The institution of untouchability does not refer to the avoidance or prohibition of physical contact.

Explanation:

Untouchability clearly involves avoiding physical contact and enforcing social exclusion.