Understanding Marginalisation, Class -8, Chapter – 7, Social science (Civics ), solved exercises

1. What do you understand by the word ‘marginalisation’?

Answer:
Marginalisation means pushing a group of people to the edge of society. Such groups have less access to education, jobs, land and political power, and they often face discrimination and neglect.

2. List two reasons why Adivasis are becoming increasingly marginalised.

Answer:
Many Adivasis have been displaced from their forests due to mining, industries and dams.
They have limited access to education, healthcare and employment opportunities.

3. Write one reason why the Constitution’s safeguards to protect minority communities are very important.

Answer:
Constitutional safeguards are important because they protect minority communities from discrimination and ensure equality, freedom of religion and equal opportunities.

4. What do you understand by the term ‘minority’?

Answer:
A minority is a community that is smaller in number compared to the rest of the population and may face social, economic or political disadvantage.

5. Give two reasons to support the statement:

Answer :

“Muslims are a marginalised community.”
Muslims have lower literacy rates and limited access to higher education compared to many other communities.
Many Muslims face economic poverty and discrimination in many other fields.

6. What would you tell your friend about the lives of Adivasis? (Any three points)

Answer:
Adivasis have a deep connection with forests and depend on them for livelihood.
They have rich cultures, languages, music and traditions.
Many Adivasis struggle due to displacement, poverty and lack of basic facilities.

7. Write a short story on Adivasis.

Answer:
Ramu lived in a small Adivasi village near a forest. His family depended on forest produce for food and income. When a factory was built nearby, many villagers lost their land. Still, Ramu dreamed of studying and helping his community protect their rights and culture.

8. Do you agree that economic marginalisation and social marginalisation are interlinked? Why?

Answer:
Yes, economic and social marginalisation are interlinked because lack of money leads to poor education and healthcare, which further causes social discrimination and exclusion from society.