Question 24 - Teachoo Sample Paper - Social Science Class 10 - Paper 2 - Solutions to CBSE Sample Paper - Social Science Class 10 - Social Science Class 10

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‘Gender division is an example that some form of social division needs to be expressed in politics’

Answer:

Gender division is a case where social division needs political representation because women constitute half of the population but face discrimination and inequality in various spheres of life.

Reserving seats for women in local government bodies can help them to participate in decision-making and governance , and to voice their concerns and interests .
It can empower women and enhance their self-confidence and leadership skills .

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Gender division is a case where social division needs political representation because it refers to the unequal roles and opportunities assigned to men and women in society based on their biological differences. Women constitute half of the population but face discrimination and inequality in various spheres of life such as education, health, employment, property rights, and political participation.

Reserving seats for women in local government bodies can help them to overcome these barriers and to participate in decision-making and governance at the grassroots level. It can also enable them to voice their concerns and interests that are often ignored or neglected by the male-dominated political system. Two benefits of reserving seats for women in local government bodies are:
It can empower women and enhance their self-confidence and leadership skills . By getting elected to the local government bodies, women can gain respect and recognition from their families and communities. They can also learn from their experiences and interactions with other elected representatives and officials. They can assert their rights and challenge the existing norms and stereotypes that restrict their roles and choices.

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