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The document provides an in-depth answer key for a Social Science class, covering topics such as marginalization, industrialization, human resources, the judiciary, the national movement, women's rights, British education policies, and the Revolt of 1857. It discusses the impact of marginalization on Adivasis in India, the role of legal protections for marginalized groups, and the structure of the Indian judiciary. Additionally, it outlines the phases of the Indian freedom struggle and the contributions of social reformers to women's rights and caste reform.

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Class: Social Science (SST) - In-Depth Answer Key

1. Understanding Marginalization

Q: What is marginalization, and why does it occur?


A: Marginalization is the social process by which certain groups are pushed to the edges of society,
deprived of resources, and denied equal participation. It occurs due to historical discrimination,
social norms, economic disparities, and political policies.

Q: How has marginalization affected Adivasis in India?


A: Adivasis (tribal communities) have faced loss of land due to development projects, displacement,
lack of representation, and cultural erosion. They struggle for land rights and protection under laws
like the Forest Rights Act, 2006.

2. Confronting Marginalization

Q: How have marginalized groups fought against discrimination?


A: Marginalized groups use legal protections like the Indian Constitution's Right to Equality (Article
14), political movements, social organizations, and reservations in education and jobs to gain rights.

Q: What is the role of the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act?


A: This Act protects Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) from caste-based violence,
discrimination, and exploitation by imposing strict punishments on offenders.

3. Industries

Q: What are the different types of industries, and how are they classified?
A: Industries are classified based on:
- **Raw Materials**: Agro-based (cotton, sugar), Mineral-based (iron, steel), Marine-based (fishing,
seafood processing).
- **Ownership**: Public sector (BHEL), Private sector (Tata Steel), Joint sector (Maruti Suzuki).
- **Size**: Large-scale (automobiles), Small-scale (handicrafts).

Q: How did industrialization impact India's economy?


A: Industrialization created jobs, increased production, and improved infrastructure but also led to
urbanization, pollution, and worker exploitation.
4. Human Resources

Q: Why is human resource development important for a nation?


A: Human resources (people) are the most valuable assets of a country. Education, healthcare, and
skill development enhance productivity and economic growth.

Q: How does India's population affect its human resources?


A: A large population provides labor and market growth but also creates challenges like
unemployment, resource scarcity, and overpopulation in cities.

5. Judiciary, Law, and Justice

Q: What is the structure of the Indian judiciary?


A: India's judiciary has three levels:
- **Supreme Court**: Highest authority, interprets the Constitution.
- **High Courts**: Handle state-level cases.
- **District Courts**: Handle local disputes and criminal cases.

Q: How does judicial activism help in ensuring justice?


A: Judicial activism allows courts to take proactive steps in enforcing rights, like in environmental
laws and human rights cases.

6. Making of the National Movement

Q: What were the major phases of the Indian freedom struggle?


A: India's national movement had three phases:
- **Moderate Phase (1885-1905)**: Led by leaders like Dadabhai Naoroji and Gopal Krishna
Gokhale, focused on petitions and reforms.
- **Extremist Phase (1905-1919)**: Leaders like Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Lala Lajpat Rai advocated
Swadeshi and Boycott movements.
- **Gandhian Era (1919-1947)**: Gandhi led mass movements like the Non-Cooperation Movement,
Civil Disobedience, and Quit India Movement.

7. Women, Caste, and Reform

Q: How did social reformers contribute to women's rights?


A: Reformers like:
- **Raja Ram Mohan Roy**: Fought against Sati and supported women's education.
- **Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar**: Advocated widow remarriage.
- **Jyotirao Phule & Savitribai Phule**: Established schools for girls and lower castes.

Q: How did caste reform movements change Indian society?


A: Leaders like B.R. Ambedkar fought for Dalit rights and played a key role in drafting the Indian
Constitution, which abolished untouchability (Article 17).

8. Civilizing the Native, Educating the Nation

Q: What were the main objectives of British education policies in India?


A: The British aimed to create an English-educated class that would serve as intermediaries in
administration. Macaulay's Minute (1835) emphasized English education.

Q: How did Indians react to British education?


A: While some, like Raja Ram Mohan Roy, supported Western education, others, like Mahatma
Gandhi, criticized it for alienating Indians from their culture.

9. The Revolt of 1857

Q: What were the causes of the Revolt of 1857?


A: The revolt was caused by:
- **Political Factors**: Doctrine of Lapse, annexation of states.
- **Economic Factors**: Heavy taxes, destruction of local industries.
- **Military Factors**: Greased cartridge issue, mistreatment of Indian soldiers.

Q: What were the major consequences of the revolt?


A: British rule in India changed drastically:
- **End of Mughal Rule**: The British Crown took direct control (Government of India Act 1858).
- **Army Reorganization**: More British soldiers were placed in Indian regiments.
- **Administrative Reforms**: Indian Civil Service was introduced to improve governance.

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