Which of the following is NOT an example of an ascriptive identity?

The correct answer is - Profession

Key Points

• Ascriptive identity
  • Ascription refers to identities assigned at birth or involuntarily later in life.
  • Attributes like nationality, mother tongue, and religion are often determined regardless of personal choice.
• Profession
  • Chosen or attained based on individual decisions and abilities.
  • Reflects voluntary and acquired statuses, unlike ascriptive identities.

Additional Information

• Nationality
  • An individual's membership in a sovereign state, typically by birth or descent.
  • Example: Being born in France assigns you French nationality.
• Mother tongue
  • The first language learned at home in childhood that shapes one's linguistic identity.
  • Usually inherited and tied to family and community.
• Religion
  • Often assigned by the family at birth and includes the religious beliefs and practices of one's parents or community.
  • Although it can change, it is typically considered an ascriptive identity due to its deep-rooted familial and cultural ties.