Which of the following pairs accurately represent dominant castes in state politics in India?

Question

Which of the following pairs accurately represent dominant castes in state politics in India?

I. Lingayats — Karnataka

II. Patidars — Gujarat

III. Vokkalingas — Tamil Nadu

IV. Kammas — Andhra Pradesh

Select the correct answer:

1. A. I and II only
2. B. I, II and III only
3. C. I, II and IV only (Correct answer)
4. D. I, III and IV only

Correct Answer

Option C — I, II and IV only

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is I, II and IV only.

Key Points

• Dominant caste-state associations: Lingayats (I) in Karnataka ✓, Patidars/Patels (II) in Gujarat ✓, Kammas (IV) in Andhra Pradesh ✓.
• Vokkalingas (III) are dominant in Karnataka, NOT Tamil Nadu ✗.
• Statements I, II, and IV are correctly matched.