Q.1 What does gender disparity in education typically refer to?
Difference in learning styles
Difference in enrollment, retention, and achievement between males and females
Different subjects offered to boys and girls
Differences in teacher salaries
Explanation - Gender disparity in education refers to unequal access, retention, or performance in education based on gender.
Correct answer is: Difference in enrollment, retention, and achievement between males and females
Q.2 Which organization primarily focuses on global gender equality in education?
UNESCO
WHO
IMF
WTO
Explanation - UNESCO works globally to promote gender equality and access to quality education for all.
Correct answer is: UNESCO
Q.3 Which of the following is a common barrier for girls’ education in many countries?
Access to technology
Cultural norms and early marriage
Interest in arts subjects
Lack of libraries
Explanation - Cultural restrictions and early marriage are major barriers preventing girls from continuing their education.
Correct answer is: Cultural norms and early marriage
Q.4 Gender-sensitive pedagogy aims to:
Teach boys and girls separately
Ignore gender differences
Promote equitable learning opportunities for all genders
Focus only on female students
Explanation - Gender-sensitive pedagogy seeks to recognize and address the different needs of all genders to create equitable learning environments.
Correct answer is: Promote equitable learning opportunities for all genders
Q.5 What does the term 'gender gap in STEM education' imply?
Equal participation of boys and girls in STEM
Fewer girls than boys pursuing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
Girls outperform boys in all STEM subjects
STEM subjects are only taught to boys
Explanation - The gender gap in STEM refers to the underrepresentation of females in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education and careers.
Correct answer is: Fewer girls than boys pursuing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
Q.6 Which policy is often implemented to promote girls’ education?
Free textbooks and scholarships for girls
Reducing male student enrollment
Removing arts subjects
Increasing teacher salaries only for boys
Explanation - Providing financial support like scholarships and free textbooks encourages girls to stay in school.
Correct answer is: Free textbooks and scholarships for girls
Q.7 The term 'hidden curriculum' in education refers to:
Optional subjects
Implicit lessons about norms and values, including gender roles
After-school activities
Online courses
Explanation - Hidden curriculum includes the unwritten lessons that teach social norms, expectations, and often reinforce gender stereotypes.
Correct answer is: Implicit lessons about norms and values, including gender roles
Q.8 Which factor contributes to boys dropping out more than girls in some countries?
Early marriage
Child labor
Lack of female teachers
Gender-sensitive textbooks
Explanation - In certain contexts, boys are more likely to leave school early to work and support family income, leading to higher dropout rates.
Correct answer is: Child labor
Q.9 Single-sex schools are sometimes justified on the basis of:
Reducing teacher workload
Minimizing gender stereotypes and distractions
Equalizing funding
Preventing mixed-gender sports
Explanation - Proponents argue that single-sex schools may reduce gender stereotyping and social pressures, potentially improving academic focus.
Correct answer is: Minimizing gender stereotypes and distractions
Q.10 Which of the following best describes 'gender mainstreaming' in education?
Excluding boys from classrooms
Considering gender perspectives in all educational policies and practices
Teaching only gender studies
Building separate schools for each gender
Explanation - Gender mainstreaming integrates gender perspectives at all levels of educational planning and policy to ensure equality.
Correct answer is: Considering gender perspectives in all educational policies and practices
Q.11 What is a common outcome of gender-biased textbooks?
Reinforcing stereotypes about male and female roles
Improving literacy rates
Increasing girls' participation in sports
Reducing teacher workload
Explanation - Textbooks that depict gender roles in a biased manner reinforce traditional stereotypes and limit perceptions of possibilities.
Correct answer is: Reinforcing stereotypes about male and female roles
Q.12 The 'Malala effect' primarily emphasizes:
Technology in classrooms
Girls’ right to education
Higher salaries for teachers
Standardized testing
Explanation - Inspired by Malala Yousafzai, the 'Malala effect' highlights global advocacy for girls’ education and empowerment.
Correct answer is: Girls’ right to education
Q.13 Gender equality in education not only benefits girls but also:
Reduces boys’ learning opportunities
Improves societal development and economic growth
Eliminates the need for teachers
Increases sports participation only
Explanation - Educating all genders contributes to social progress, economic development, and more equitable societies.
Correct answer is: Improves societal development and economic growth
Q.14 What is the gender paradox in education?
Boys outperform girls in all subjects
Girls perform better academically but face limited labor market opportunities
Girls and boys achieve exactly the same results
Only boys drop out of school
Explanation - The gender paradox refers to the situation where girls often excel in school but still encounter barriers in career advancement.
Correct answer is: Girls perform better academically but face limited labor market opportunities
Q.15 Gender-inclusive classrooms are characterized by:
Segregating boys and girls
Creating an environment where all genders feel safe and supported
Focusing only on male students
Eliminating textbooks
Explanation - Gender-inclusive classrooms ensure equitable participation, respect, and support for students of all genders.
Correct answer is: Creating an environment where all genders feel safe and supported
Q.16 Early childhood education is significant for gender equality because:
It is free for boys only
It shapes early attitudes towards gender roles
It emphasizes mathematics for girls
It eliminates the need for secondary education
Explanation - Early education helps develop perceptions and behaviors regarding gender, influencing future equality.
Correct answer is: It shapes early attitudes towards gender roles
Q.17 Which of these factors most influences girls’ retention in school?
Number of libraries
Parental support and safe school environment
School colors
Classroom temperature
Explanation - Supportive families and safe learning spaces are key determinants in ensuring girls stay in school.
Correct answer is: Parental support and safe school environment
Q.18 Gender-based violence in schools can result in:
Improved academic performance
Dropout, absenteeism, and psychological trauma
Equal classroom participation
More extracurricular opportunities
Explanation - Violence based on gender negatively impacts students’ education, participation, and mental health.
Correct answer is: Dropout, absenteeism, and psychological trauma
Q.19 Affirmative action in education often aims to:
Increase male student enrollment
Correct historical gender inequalities in education
Eliminate exams
Reduce teacher salaries
Explanation - Affirmative action policies are designed to provide underrepresented genders better access to education and opportunities.
Correct answer is: Correct historical gender inequalities in education
Q.20 The UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report tracks:
Economic policies only
Progress on gender equality and education worldwide
Teacher recruitment
Sports achievements
Explanation - This report provides data and insights on global educational access, with a focus on equity, including gender equality.
Correct answer is: Progress on gender equality and education worldwide
Q.21 Which of the following is an example of a gender stereotype in education?
Assuming boys are naturally better at mathematics than girls
Providing textbooks to all students
Having exams for all subjects
Using inclusive language
Explanation - Such assumptions reinforce stereotypes and can negatively influence students’ choices and performance.
Correct answer is: Assuming boys are naturally better at mathematics than girls
Q.22 Which approach can reduce gender inequality in classrooms?
Using gender-neutral teaching materials
Segregating playgrounds
Offering only male-oriented sports
Focusing on rote memorization
Explanation - Gender-neutral materials help prevent reinforcing stereotypes and promote equality in learning opportunities.
Correct answer is: Using gender-neutral teaching materials
Q.23 Which of these initiatives directly promotes girls’ secondary education?
Conditional cash transfers to families for girls’ school attendance
Eliminating arts subjects
Providing male-only scholarships
Reducing school hours
Explanation - Providing financial incentives encourages families to keep girls in school, increasing enrollment and retention.
Correct answer is: Conditional cash transfers to families for girls’ school attendance
Q.24 Gender-responsive teacher training primarily aims to:
Train teachers only for boys
Help teachers address gender biases and promote equity
Reduce workload by ignoring gender
Teach advanced mathematics
Explanation - Gender-responsive training equips teachers to recognize biases, avoid discrimination, and foster inclusive classrooms.
Correct answer is: Help teachers address gender biases and promote equity
Q.25 What does 'gender gap in education' primarily refer to?
Difference in educational access between urban and rural areas
Difference in educational attainment between men and women
Difference in teaching styles in schools
Difference in educational funding between private and public schools
Explanation - The gender gap in education refers to the differences in access, participation, and achievement in education between males and females.
Correct answer is: Difference in educational attainment between men and women
Q.26 Which international organization monitors gender disparities in education globally?
WHO
UNICEF
UNESCO
World Bank
Explanation - UNESCO tracks educational indicators and monitors gender parity in education worldwide.
Correct answer is: UNESCO
Q.27 Which term describes stereotypes that influence the subjects boys and girls are encouraged to study?
Gender norms
Patriarchy
Sexual orientation
Gendered pedagogy
Explanation - Gendered pedagogy refers to teaching methods and expectations shaped by societal gender norms, affecting subject choice and learning experiences.
Correct answer is: Gendered pedagogy
Q.28 In many countries, girls are more likely to drop out of school due to:
Economic constraints and early marriage
Preference for science subjects
High competition in sports
Government policies
Explanation - Girls often leave school because of poverty, household responsibilities, and early marriage, limiting their educational attainment.
Correct answer is: Economic constraints and early marriage
Q.29 Which of the following is a positive impact of gender-inclusive education?
Reinforces traditional gender roles
Reduces opportunities for girls
Promotes equality and empowerment
Increases gender segregation
Explanation - Gender-inclusive education encourages equal opportunities and reduces discrimination, empowering all students.
Correct answer is: Promotes equality and empowerment
Q.30 Which policy aims to achieve equal access to education for boys and girls?
Gender mainstreaming
Affirmative action
STEM promotion
Co-education
Explanation - Gender mainstreaming involves incorporating gender equality considerations into all educational policies and programs.
Correct answer is: Gender mainstreaming
Q.31 Which subject is traditionally stereotyped as male-dominated in education?
Literature
Mathematics
Art
Home Science
Explanation - STEM subjects, particularly mathematics and engineering, are often viewed as male-dominated due to cultural stereotypes.
Correct answer is: Mathematics
Q.32 What is 'hidden curriculum' in the context of gender and education?
Extra classes outside school hours
Unspoken lessons about gender roles
Official syllabus guidelines
Textbook content on gender
Explanation - Hidden curriculum refers to implicit messages in schools that reinforce gender norms, expectations, and hierarchies.
Correct answer is: Unspoken lessons about gender roles
Q.33 Which of the following can help reduce gender bias in classrooms?
Single-gender schools
Gender-sensitive teaching materials
Higher tuition fees for girls
Limiting girls’ participation in sports
Explanation - Using gender-sensitive materials and approaches ensures all students are treated equitably and challenges stereotypes.
Correct answer is: Gender-sensitive teaching materials
Q.34 What does 'intersectionality' highlight in the context of gender and education?
Only gender differences matter in education
Multiple social factors influence educational outcomes
Education is unaffected by culture
All students face identical challenges
Explanation - Intersectionality considers how gender intersects with class, race, and other factors, shaping unequal educational experiences.
Correct answer is: Multiple social factors influence educational outcomes
Q.35 Which global initiative focuses on achieving gender equality in education?
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)
Paris Climate Agreement
World Trade Organization
NATO
Explanation - The MDGs included goals to promote gender equality and empower women, particularly by ensuring girls’ access to education.
Correct answer is: Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)
Q.36 Which factor often explains boys’ lower performance in reading and literacy?
Gender-neutral teaching methods
Stereotypes and societal expectations
Lack of schools
Higher teacher expectations
Explanation - Social norms can influence boys’ engagement with reading and literacy, leading to disparities in academic performance.
Correct answer is: Stereotypes and societal expectations
Q.37 Which approach challenges traditional gender roles in school subjects?
Co-education
Gender-segregated curriculum
Gender-neutral pedagogy
Single-gender clubs
Explanation - Gender-neutral pedagogy avoids reinforcing stereotypes and encourages students to pursue interests regardless of gender norms.
Correct answer is: Gender-neutral pedagogy
Q.38 Which barrier is often cited for girls’ lower enrollment in secondary education in developing countries?
Preference for co-education
Cultural practices and safety concerns
Higher interest in science
Better male teachers
Explanation - Concerns about safety, cultural norms, and domestic responsibilities contribute to lower female enrollment in secondary schools.
Correct answer is: Cultural practices and safety concerns
Q.39 How can teacher expectations influence gender differences in student performance?
By applying equal standards to all
By unconsciously favoring one gender
By enforcing strict discipline
By giving more homework
Explanation - Teachers’ unconscious biases can affect how they interact with students, influencing confidence, participation, and performance.
Correct answer is: By unconsciously favoring one gender
Q.40 Which country has historically made significant progress in closing the gender gap in primary education?
Sweden
Pakistan
India
Afghanistan
Explanation - Sweden has implemented policies promoting gender equality in education, resulting in high female enrollment and attainment.
Correct answer is: Sweden
Q.41 Gender-responsive teaching includes:
Ignoring differences in student learning styles
Using inclusive language and diverse examples
Separating students by gender
Following only traditional textbooks
Explanation - Gender-responsive teaching ensures that classroom practices and materials are inclusive and challenge stereotypes.
Correct answer is: Using inclusive language and diverse examples
Q.42 Which of the following is a consequence of gender inequality in education?
Improved national literacy rates
Lower economic opportunities for women
Equal participation in politics
Higher gender parity in STEM
Explanation - Lack of education limits women's career options, perpetuating economic and social inequalities.
Correct answer is: Lower economic opportunities for women
Q.43 Which method helps increase girls’ participation in STEM education?
Gender-neutral career counseling
Focusing only on boys in science classes
Reducing math curriculum
Separate classrooms for boys and girls
Explanation - Guidance and encouragement that avoids reinforcing stereotypes help girls pursue STEM subjects and careers.
Correct answer is: Gender-neutral career counseling
Q.44 What role do textbooks play in gender education?
They always promote equality
They can reinforce gender stereotypes
They have no influence on students
They only focus on science subjects
Explanation - Textbooks may include biased examples or imagery that perpetuate traditional gender roles.
Correct answer is: They can reinforce gender stereotypes
Q.45 Which approach promotes awareness of gender inequality among students?
Silent classroom
Gender sensitization programs
Focusing on exams only
Sports competitions
Explanation - Gender sensitization programs educate students about equality, respect, and the effects of discrimination.
Correct answer is: Gender sensitization programs
Q.46 Which factor is most important for achieving gender parity in education?
Economic support, cultural change, and policy enforcement
Increased competition among students
Reducing the number of teachers
Focusing only on urban schools
Explanation - Gender parity requires multi-faceted approaches, including funding, awareness, and policies promoting equality.
Correct answer is: Economic support, cultural change, and policy enforcement
Q.47 Gender discrimination in higher education can lead to:
Equal job opportunities for all genders
Limited access to leadership roles for women
Higher female enrollment
Increased scholarships for boys
Explanation - Discrimination in higher education restricts women's career advancement and leadership opportunities.
Correct answer is: Limited access to leadership roles for women
Q.48 Which term refers to educational strategies that consider both gender and social inequalities?
Gender mainstreaming
Inclusive pedagogy
Hidden curriculum
Affirmative teaching
Explanation - Inclusive pedagogy addresses the learning needs of all students, accounting for gender, social, and cultural factors.
Correct answer is: Inclusive pedagogy