Question

What are the demerits of streotype

Answer 1

What is stereotype ??

A preformed or fixed idea that a person developes in their mind about a Thing or person is termed as Stereotype.

It can be considered as a type of prejudice..

Disadvantages -

• Poor performance of a person in certain area.

• Loss of interest.

• A beautiful country or place May become unpopular because of this well know social evil.

• Prevents people from expanding their knowledge and broadening their ideas.

• Loss of opportunities for certain group or individual.

• Can be a major cause of misunderstandings, Jealousy and a feeling of hopelessness..

Basis of Stereotype..

Stereotype can be based on various Aspects . They may not be true as they are just the conceptions formed in the mind.

Some basis and examples are mentioned below :

• Based on gender
• Based on caste.
• Based on region of birth
• Based on profession.