1. How were forests important for Adivasis before the 19th century?
a) They were places of worship only
b) They provided crucial resources for livelihood
c) They were reserved exclusively for royal families
d) They were not inhabited by Adivasis
Answer: b) They provided crucial resources for livelihood
Explanation: Adivasis relied on forests for food, medicine, shelter, and trade. They had deep knowledge of forest resources and controlled vast forested lands before the 19th century.
2. What was a major reason for Adivasi displacement from forests?
a) Voluntary migration to cities
b) Industrialization and mining projects
c) The expansion of tribal kingdoms
d) The decline of agriculture
Answer: b) Industrialization and mining projects
Explanation: The establishment of industries, mining, and large-scale deforestation led to Adivasis losing their land and access to forests.
3. Which region saw large-scale migration of Adivasis for tea plantation work in the 19th century?
a) Punjab
b) Assam
c) Tamil Nadu
d) Gujarat
Answer: b) Assam
Explanation: Adivasis from Jharkhand and other areas migrated to Assam to work in tea plantations, often facing harsh conditions and exploitation.
4. How did Adivasis contribute to India’s economy before industrialization?
a) They worked mainly in government jobs
b) They were involved in forest-based industries, agriculture, and trade
c) They relied solely on hunting and gathering
d) They did not contribute to the economy
Answer: b) They were involved in forest-based industries, agriculture, and trade
Explanation: Adivasis were engaged in shifting agriculture, metalwork, forest product trade, and animal husbandry, which supported empires and local economies.
5. What was the impact of British forest policies on Adivasis?
a) Strengthened their rights over forests
b) Encouraged traditional Adivasi lifestyles
c) Restricted their access to forests
d) Increased their economic prosperity
Answer: c) Restricted their access to forests
Explanation: British policies led to forest conservation laws that denied Adivasis their traditional rights, forcing many into labor migration.
6. What percentage of people displaced by mining projects in India are Adivasis?
a) 25%
b) 50%
c) 75%
d) 90%
Answer: b) 50%
Explanation: Adivasis make up half of the people displaced due to mining projects, leading to loss of homes, livelihoods, and cultural heritage.
7. Why are Adivasi lands often targeted for industrial projects?
a) They have rich mineral and natural resources
b) Adivasis willingly sell their lands for development
c) The government gives them special incentives
d) These lands have little economic value
Answer: a) They have rich mineral and natural resources
Explanation: Many Adivasi regions contain valuable resources like coal, iron, and timber, making them prime targets for industrialization.
8. How has displacement affected Adivasi culture?
a) Strengthened their traditional practices
b) Led to the loss of land, traditions, and livelihoods
c) Made them politically dominant
d) Helped them gain wealth
Answer: b) Led to the loss of land, traditions, and livelihoods
Explanation: Displacement forces Adivasis into urban poverty, loss of traditional knowledge, and breakdown of community structures.
9. How do large-scale development projects impact Adivasi communities?
a) Provide them better living conditions
b) Often lead to forced evictions and poverty
c) Encourage government support for Adivasis
d) Improve their economic status
Answer: b) Often lead to forced evictions and poverty
Explanation: Dams, industries, and mining projects frequently result in displacement, joblessness, and land loss for Adivasi communities.
10. What is a major step taken to protect Adivasi rights in India?
a) Abolishing all forest laws
b) The introduction of Scheduled Tribe status and special rights
c) Relocating all Adivasis to urban areas
d) Banning traditional Adivasi customs
Answer: b) The introduction of Scheduled Tribe status and special rights
Explanation: The Indian Constitution provides Scheduled Tribes (ST) with legal protections, including land rights, reservations, and welfare schemes to address historical injustices.
