Q.1 What does 'gender mainstreaming' in politics aim to achieve?
Ensuring women occupy all political offices
Integrating gender perspectives into all political policies and programs
Eliminating political parties that exclude women
Separating male and female political roles
Explanation - Gender mainstreaming is the strategy of assessing the implications for people of different genders of any planned policy or program, aiming for equality.
Correct answer is: Integrating gender perspectives into all political policies and programs
Q.2 Which term describes the underrepresentation of women in political decision-making?
Patriarchy
Political gender gap
Suffrage
Gerrymandering
Explanation - The political gender gap refers to the disparity in political participation, representation, and influence between men and women.
Correct answer is: Political gender gap
Q.3 Which international treaty promotes women's equal participation in politics?
CEDAW
UNESCO Charter
Kyoto Protocol
Geneva Convention
Explanation - The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) is a UN treaty that promotes women's equality in all areas, including political participation.
Correct answer is: CEDAW
Q.4 What is a key feature of feminist political theory?
Focus on military power
Analysis of gendered power structures
Promotion of economic liberalization only
Separation of politics and society
Explanation - Feminist political theory examines how political institutions and practices are shaped by gendered power relations.
Correct answer is: Analysis of gendered power structures
Q.5 Which concept refers to policies ensuring a minimum number of women in political positions?
Affirmative action
Gerrymandering
Meritocracy
Bicameralism
Explanation - Affirmative action policies in politics often include quotas to guarantee women’s representation in legislatures.
Correct answer is: Affirmative action
Q.6 What does 'intersectionality' highlight in gender politics?
Only gender inequality
Combined effects of race, class, and gender on political participation
Focus on economic policies
Emphasis on age-based political rights
Explanation - Intersectionality examines how multiple social identities intersect to affect experiences of discrimination and access to power.
Correct answer is: Combined effects of race, class, and gender on political participation
Q.7 Which political system has historically limited women's voting rights the most?
Democracy
Monarchy
Patriarchal autocracy
Federalism
Explanation - Patriarchal autocracies tend to restrict women’s participation in political life more than systems with broader citizen rights.
Correct answer is: Patriarchal autocracy
Q.8 The term 'glass ceiling' in politics refers to:
Transparent government policies
Unseen barriers preventing women from rising to top political positions
Legislative transparency
Quota systems for men
Explanation - The 'glass ceiling' metaphor describes invisible obstacles in organizations or politics that hinder women's advancement.
Correct answer is: Unseen barriers preventing women from rising to top political positions
Q.9 Which movement was central to women gaining the right to vote?
Suffragette movement
Civil Rights movement
Labor union movement
Green movement
Explanation - The suffragette movement was focused on campaigning for women's voting rights across various countries.
Correct answer is: Suffragette movement
Q.10 What is the political significance of gender quotas?
They restrict political rights
They ensure proportional representation of women
They guarantee economic equality
They separate political parties by gender
Explanation - Gender quotas mandate a minimum number of women in elected bodies to improve representation.
Correct answer is: They ensure proportional representation of women
Q.11 Which global organization emphasizes women’s political empowerment?
UN Women
IMF
NATO
WHO
Explanation - UN Women is a UN entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women, including in political participation.
Correct answer is: UN Women
Q.12 Which concept critiques the male-dominated nature of politics?
Patriarchy
Federalism
Bipartisanship
Globalization
Explanation - Patriarchy refers to social systems where men hold primary power, including in politics.
Correct answer is: Patriarchy
Q.13 What is the significance of women running for executive offices?
It ensures equal pay for all
It symbolizes breaking gender barriers in top decision-making
It guarantees gender-neutral laws
It reduces voter turnout
Explanation - Women attaining executive roles demonstrates progress toward political equality and challenges patriarchal norms.
Correct answer is: It symbolizes breaking gender barriers in top decision-making
Q.14 Which factor often limits women’s political participation globally?
Economic inequality
Universal suffrage
Gender-neutral constitutions
Mandatory voting
Explanation - Economic disparities, combined with social and cultural barriers, limit women’s access to political participation.
Correct answer is: Economic inequality
Q.15 Which type of policy aims to reduce gender disparities in political leadership?
Quota policy
Monetary policy
Trade policy
Immigration policy
Explanation - Quota policies mandate a minimum number or percentage of women in political offices to reduce inequality.
Correct answer is: Quota policy
Q.16 Which feminist thinker emphasized women's political representation as a form of justice?
Carole Pateman
Karl Marx
Max Weber
Michel Foucault
Explanation - Carole Pateman argued for democratic inclusion of women as a matter of social and political justice.
Correct answer is: Carole Pateman
Q.17 What is a common challenge women face when entering politics?
Cultural stereotypes
Excessive campaign funding
Lower voter turnout among women
Overrepresentation in government
Explanation - Gendered cultural norms and stereotypes often discourage or undermine women’s political ambitions.
Correct answer is: Cultural stereotypes
Q.18 The term 'feminist politics' primarily focuses on:
Economic growth only
Addressing gender inequalities in political institutions
Military expansion
Religious governance
Explanation - Feminist politics aims to challenge structural inequalities and promote gender equality in power and decision-making.
Correct answer is: Addressing gender inequalities in political institutions
Q.19 Which of the following is an example of women’s political activism?
Participating in marches for gender equality
Investing in stocks
Watching political debates
Writing personal diaries
Explanation - Active involvement in protests, campaigns, and advocacy efforts constitutes political activism.
Correct answer is: Participating in marches for gender equality
Q.20 In political sociology, what is the focus of gendered power analysis?
Distribution of power between genders in institutions and society
Counting male politicians
Tracking voter turnout only
Economic reforms
Explanation - Gendered power analysis examines how men and women have unequal access to decision-making and authority.
Correct answer is: Distribution of power between genders in institutions and society
Q.21 Which concept encourages women to participate equally in all levels of government?
Political empowerment
Federalism
Monetary policy
Isolationism
Explanation - Political empowerment focuses on enabling women to influence political decisions, hold office, and participate fully in governance.
Correct answer is: Political empowerment
Q.22 Which country is often cited for having high women’s representation in parliament?
Rwanda
United States
Saudi Arabia
North Korea
Explanation - Rwanda has implemented quotas and policies resulting in the highest percentage of women in national parliaments globally.
Correct answer is: Rwanda
Q.23 What does the concept of 'gendered policy impact' examine?
How policies affect men and women differently
Only economic outcomes
Environmental laws
Military strategy
Explanation - Gendered policy analysis studies the differential effects of political decisions on people of different genders.
Correct answer is: How policies affect men and women differently
Q.24 Which of these barriers is structural rather than cultural for women in politics?
Election laws limiting female candidates
Social expectations
Gender stereotypes
Media bias
Explanation - Structural barriers are formal rules or systems, like restrictive laws, whereas cultural barriers involve societal norms and expectations.
Correct answer is: Election laws limiting female candidates
Q.25 Why is women’s representation in politics important for democracy?
It enhances equality, inclusivity, and policy responsiveness
It guarantees economic growth
It eliminates the need for elections
It ensures military dominance
Explanation - Balanced representation strengthens democracy by reflecting society’s diversity and addressing the needs of all citizens.
Correct answer is: It enhances equality, inclusivity, and policy responsiveness