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Chapter 7: Challenges of Nation Building — Online MCQ Test

Q: Which of the following is a major internal challenge to nation building discussed in the chapter?

Answer: B. Communalism — Communalism is one of the major internal obstacles faced by independent India in strengthening national unity.

Q: Linguism refers to preference or discrimination based on:

Answer: B. Language — Linguism is the use of language identity for political or social division, which can weaken national integration.

Q: What is the main purpose of national integration?

Answer: B. To strengthen unity among diverse communities — National integration seeks to build unity and harmony among people of different religions, languages, castes, and regions.

Q: Why are communalism and casteism considered serious threats to nation building?

Answer: C. They divide citizens and weaken social harmony — Both communalism and casteism create social divisions and reduce trust among citizens, harming integration.

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Frequently asked questions from Tamil Nadu State Board CLASS 12th POLITICAL SCIENCE — Chapter 7: Challenges of Nation Building, with answers and explanations. These are sample questions; the exam has its own separate question set.

Which of the following is a major internal challenge to nation building discussed in the chapter?

A. Colonial expansion
B. Communalism ✓
C. Industrial revolution
D. Space exploration

Answer: B. Communalism
Communalism is one of the major internal obstacles faced by independent India in strengthening national unity.

Linguism refers to preference or discrimination based on:

A. Religion
B. Language ✓
C. Caste
D. Income

Answer: B. Language
Linguism is the use of language identity for political or social division, which can weaken national integration.

What is the main purpose of national integration?

A. To divide people into separate groups
B. To strengthen unity among diverse communities ✓
C. To remove all differences completely
D. To promote only one language

Answer: B. To strengthen unity among diverse communities
National integration seeks to build unity and harmony among people of different religions, languages, castes, and regions.

Why are communalism and casteism considered serious threats to nation building?

A. They promote national unity
B. They strengthen democracy
C. They divide citizens and weaken social harmony ✓
D. They improve economic equality

Answer: C. They divide citizens and weaken social harmony
Both communalism and casteism create social divisions and reduce trust among citizens, harming integration.

Which of the following statements is correct about terrorism in the context of nation building?

A. It encourages democratic debate and compromise
B. It strengthens trust between communities
C. It undermines peace, security, and democratic stability ✓
D. It is a form of cultural expression

Answer: C. It undermines peace, security, and democratic stability
Terrorism spreads fear and insecurity, directly threatening the stability needed for nation building.

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