CLASS-11TH
POLITICAL SCIENCE
CHAPTER:- 16
EQUALITY
1. The concept of equality implies that all people,as human
beings,are entitled to the same rights and opportunities to
develop their skill and talents,and to pursue their goals and
ambitions.This means that in a society people may
differ with regard to their choices and prefernces.
2. Naturalinequalities are considered to be the result of the different
characteristics and abilities with which people are born.It is
generally assumed that natural difference cannot be altered.social
inequalities on the other hand are those created by society.They may
treat differently people of different rade,colour,gender,or caste.
3. Equality can be classified as natural, social, civil, economic
and political.
4. Three main dimensions of equality namely,political,social and economic.
5. Feminism is a political doctrine of equal rights for women
and men.According to feminists,inequality between men and women
in society is the result of patriatchy.
6. Article 14 of the constitution of India guarantees equality to all
the citizens before law and equal protection within India.
7. Freedom and equality are closely interrelated with each other and
work as a basis of democratic set up.
8. Equality refers to be eligible to enjoy various opportunities
provided by the state.
9. Affirmative action is based on the idea that it is not sufficient
to establish formal equality but law.most policies of
affirmativeaction are thus designed to correct the cumulative
10. Effect of past inequalities.
11. Some inequalities existing in country are:
(a) Disparity of income
(b) Gender inequality is society
(c) Existing slums
(d) Inequality among educational institutions.