Match List 1 with List 2

LIST-I (Theories)	LIST-II (Descriptions)
A. Realistic Conflict Theory	I. Feeling of discontent aroused by the belief that one fares poorly compared with others.
B. Social Identity Theory	II. Stereotypes and prejudices arise from conflicts over limited resources.
C. Contact Hypothesis	III. The theory that people favor in-group over out-group in order to enhance self-esteem.
D. Relative Deprivation Theory	IV. The theory that direct contact between hostile groups will reduce prejudice under certain conditions.

Correct option is D

A - Realistic Conflict Theory → II
Proposed by Muzafer Sherif, this theory suggests that prejudice and discrimination arise from competition over limited resources.
Example: Robbers Cave Experiment, where boys in competing groups developed hostility.

B - Social Identity Theory → III
Developed by Tajfel and Turner, it explains how individuals develop a sense of identity based on group membership and show favoritism toward their in-group.

C - Contact Hypothesis → IV
Proposed by Gordon Allport, it suggests that direct contact between conflicting groups can reduce prejudice if certain conditions (equal status, common goals) are met.

D - Relative Deprivation Theory → I
This theory explains how people feel discontent when they perceive themselves as worse off compared to others.