Match the following marginalized groups with the challenges they face:

Marginalized Groups		Challenges
A.	Dalits	1.	Lack of accessibility and employment opportunities
B.	Adivasis	2.	Land alienation and displacement
C.	Women	3.	Gender inequality and violence
D.	Disabled	4.	Caste-based discrimination and untouchability

Choose the correct option from below:

The correct answer is - A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1

Key Points

• Dalits → Caste-based discrimination and untouchability
  • Historically, Dalits have faced social exclusion and discrimination based on caste.
  • They were considered "untouchables" and denied access to education, temples, and public resources.
  • The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 was introduced to protect Dalits from discrimination.
• Adivasis → Land alienation and displacement
  • Adivasis (tribal communities) have lost their land due to deforestation, industrial projects, and urban expansion.
  • Large infrastructure projects like the Narmada Dam have led to the displacement of thousands of Adivasis.
  • The Forest Rights Act, 2006 was enacted to restore land rights to Adivasi communities.
• Women → Gender inequality and violence
  • Women face issues such as domestic violence, sexual harassment, and workplace discrimination.
  • The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961 and Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 aim to protect women's rights.
  • The gender pay gap remains a major issue, limiting economic independence for women.
• Disabled → Lack of accessibility and employment opportunities
  • Persons with disabilities struggle with barriers to education, employment, and public infrastructure.
  • Many workplaces do not provide equal job opportunities or facilities for disabled individuals.
  • The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 was introduced to improve accessibility and job inclusion.

Additional Information

• Government Policies for Social Inclusion
  • Reservations: Seats in education and jobs reserved for SCs, STs, and OBCs.
  • Midday Meal Scheme: Encourages school enrollment for marginalized children.
  • Beti Bachao Beti Padhao: Aims to improve education and status of girls.
• Movements Against Social Exclusion
  • Dalit Panthers: A movement to fight against caste-based atrocities.
  • Chipko Movement: Led by Adivasis and rural women to protect forests.
  • Disability Rights Movements: Advocated for accessible public spaces.