Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Topic 1: Suryamani’s Torang
1. What does the word “Torang” mean in the Kuduk language?
a) A gathering place
b) Jungle
c) School
d) Festival
2. What was the main purpose of Suryamani’s Torang?
a) To promote modern education
b) To preserve Adivasi culture and forest rights
c) To train people for city jobs
d) To convert forest land into farmlands
3. What activities did children learn at Torang?
a) Mathematics and science
b) Traditional crafts, herbal medicine, and Adivasi music
c) Only storytelling
d) Farming and fishing
4. What was Suryamani’s dream for her community?
a) To make them migrate to cities
b) To make them forget their traditions
c) To ensure they feel proud of their Adivasi identity
d) To turn them into businessmen
5. Why did people come to Suryamani for help?
a) To learn new farming techniques
b) To complain about their problems
c) To fight for their land and forest rights
d) To learn new languages
Answers & Explanations
1. (b) Jungle – Torang means “jungle” in the Kuduk language.
2. (b) To preserve Adivasi culture and forest rights – The center was established to protect traditions.
3. (b) Traditional crafts, herbal medicine, and Adivasi music – Children learned about their culture.
4. (c) To ensure they feel proud of their Adivasi identity – Suryamani wanted to uplift her community.
5. (c) To fight for their land and forest rights – She was a key activist in protecting Adivasi rights.
Topic 2: Right to Forest Act 2007
1. According to the Right to Forest Act 2007, who has the right over forest land?
a) Only the government
b) People who have lived in the forest for at least 25 years
c) Large companies
d) Outsiders who buy forest land
2. Who is responsible for protecting the forests under this Act?
a) Private contractors
b) The central government
c) The Gram Sabha (village council)
d) State officials
3. What does the Right to Forest Act ensure for forest dwellers?
a) That they must leave the forest
b) That they can use the forest resources without restrictions
c) That they are given legal rights to live and use forest resources sustainably
d) That they must sell their land to the government
4. What was a major reason for the introduction of the Right to Forest Act?
a) To promote tourism in forests
b) To protect the rights of Adivasi and other forest-dependent communities
c) To allow companies to set up industries in forests
d) To encourage urbanization of forest areas
5. What role does the Gram Sabha play under this Act?
a) It sells forest land to companies
b) It ensures the protection and sustainable use of the forest
c) It replaces all government forest departments
d) It removes all non-Adivasi people from the forest
Answers & Explanations
1. (b) People who have lived in the forest for at least 25 years – The law recognizes their long-term presence.
2. (c) The Gram Sabha (village council) – The local community is responsible for protecting forests.
3. (c) That they are given legal rights to live and use forest resources sustainably – The Act safeguards their rights.
4. (b) To protect the rights of Adivasi and other forest-dependent communities – It prevents forced evictions.
5. (b) It ensures the protection and sustainable use of the forest – The Gram Sabha manages the forests.
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