Question 1

Which of the following is not a characteristics of culture?

Accepted Answer

Culture is not inborn; it is learned through social interactions and experiences.

Question 2

In functionalist approach, distinguished the three levels, such as biological, the social structural and symbolic, proposed by ……………………..?

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

According to 2011 census, how many tribal groups are notified?

Accepted Answer

According to the 2011 census, there are 705 notified tribal groups in India.

Question 4

The term 'cultural lag' is coined by …………………………..?

Accepted Answer

The term 'cultural lag' was coined by sociologist William F. Ogburn to describe the phenomenon where different parts of culture change at different rates, leading to periods of adjustment.

Question 5

Who said "Culture is Manifest in act and artifact"?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Who said "Culture is Manifest in act...

Question 6

According to Majumdar, which of the following tribal area is included in North-North Eastern zone?

Accepted Answer

Majumdar's classification of tribal areas in India includes Kashmir, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Sikkim in the North-North Eastern zone.

Question 7

It is a method of data collection, in which consists small groups of peoples, organized by researcher or a moderator to acquire attitudes, opinions, feelings and ideas about a particular topic?

Accepted Answer

Focused group interviews involve small groups of people organized by a researcher or moderator to discuss and provide feedback on a particular topic, making it the correct choice for a method of data collection aimed at acquiring attitudes, opinions, feelings, and ideas.

Question 8

According to Herskovitz, Integration has two approach, Functional and …………………….?

Accepted Answer

Herskovitz's theory of integration has two approaches: functional and configurational.

Question 9

It is a process of coordination into a single unit, we can call …………………..?

Accepted Answer

Integration refers to the process of combining or coordinating separate elements or parts into a unified whole. This term is often used in various contexts, such as social integration, system integration, and data integration, to describe the process of bringing together disparate components or groups.

Question 10

The word "Tribe" derived from the Latin word ……………………?

Accepted Answer

The word "Tribe" is derived from the Latin word "tribus," which historically referred to a division within the Roman state.

Question 11

Non material culture is……………

Accepted Answer

Non-material culture refers to the abstract aspects of culture such as beliefs, values, norms, and languages, which are not physical or tangible.

Question 12

It is an observation method, researcher participate in observing or studying a phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

Participant observation is a qualitative research method where the researcher immerses themselves in the environment of their subjects, often participating in the same activities, to gain a deeper understanding of the phenomenon being studied.

Question 13

The term "Ethos" means …………………..?

Accepted Answer

"Ethos" refers to the characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations, closely aligning with the concept of "race and people."

Question 14

…........ is a term used to refer that society also passes through various phases of development like an organism.

Accepted Answer

Organic analogy is the term used to suggest that societies evolve in a manner similar to living organisms, passing through various stages of development. This concept is often associated with early sociological theories, particularly those of Herbert Spencer, who drew parallels between the biological development of living organisms and the progression of human societies.

Question 15

Find out an Example of associative social process?

Accepted Answer

Acculturation is an example of an associative social process because it involves the cultural exchange and adaptation between groups or individuals, leading to increased understanding and cooperation.

Question 16

The term Enculturation was coined by …………………….?

Accepted Answer

Melville Herskovits is credited with coining the term "enculturation," which refers to the process by which individuals learn the dynamics of their surrounding culture and acquire values and norms appropriate or necessary in that culture.

Question 17

Which of the following statement is true regarding case study method?

Accepted Answer

The case study method involves taking one or more units (individuals, groups, or organizations) for intensive study, examining all relevant aspects in detail, and is primarily used in qualitative research to gain in-depth understanding of complex issues.

Question 18

Which of the following statement is not true regarding diffusion?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statement is not...

Question 19

Which district in Kerala has the third largest tribal population?

Accepted Answer

Palakkad district has the third largest tribal population in Kerala, following Wayanad and Idukki.

Question 20

…...........are those tribes who were earlier listed under the British Government's Criminal Tribes Act of 1871?

Accepted Answer

De-notified tribes are those that were originally listed under the British Government's Criminal Tribes Act of 1871 and were later 'de-notified' or removed from the list, indicating that they were no longer to be treated as criminals by birth.

Quiz 1: Culture and Society