Which of the following types of political mobilisation of castes have been mentioned by Rudolph and ...........

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Which of the following types of political mobilisation of castes have been mentioned by Rudolph and Rudolph?

1. Vertical mobilisation

2. Horizontal mobilisation

3. Occupational mobilisation

4. Differential mobilisation

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1 and 2

3 and 4

1, 3 and 4

1, 2 and 4

Explanation:

- Rudolph and Rudolph discussed two main types of caste mobilisation in Indian politics:

- Vertical mobilisation: Mobilising castes across different statuses and occupations under a broader alliance or leader, often evident in Congress's broad coalitions.

- Horizontal mobilisation: Uniting members of a single caste or similar castes, usually with shared economic positions or interests (e.g. Yadavs or Dalits forming political blocks).

- They did not discuss 'occupational mobilisation' or 'differential mobilisation' as types.

- Option 1: 1 and 2 is correct as it includes vertical and horizontal mobilisation.

- Other options list types not attributed to Rudolph and Rudolph’s framework.

Correct Answer: Option 1 – 1 and 2