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NCERT Class 7 Political Science Chapter 1: On Equality
βSelf-respect is the most vital factor in life. Without it, man is a cipher. Nothing is more disgraceful for a brave man than to live life devoid of self-respect.β
- B. R. Ambedkar
- Constitution guarantees equality for all citizens
- Inequalities are practiced
- Equality & democracy are dynamic concepts
Key of Democratic Government
Universal Adult Franchise
- Right to vote based on equality
- Other equality? ? (Caste, Class, Religion)
- Right to vote is there
- What about right to equal living?
- What about equal working conditions?
- What about caste identity? β even in minds of educated urban youth
- What about Dalits (broken) ?
- Omprakash ValmikiΥs autobiography: Joothan - Experiences of growing up as a Dalit boy
Recognize Dignity
- Unequal treatment violates dignity
- Self-respect or dignity should not be challenged
Equality in Indian Democracy
Every individual in India including male and female persons from all castes, religions, tribes, educational and economic backgrounds are recognized equal.
- Every person is equal before law
- No discrimination based on religion, race, caste, place of birth or gender
- Every person has access to all public places (wells, roads)
- Untouchability has been abolished
Implementation of Equality by Constitution
- By Laws
- By Government programs to help disadvantaged communities β greater opportunity
Some Major Schemes
Mid-Day Meals: In government schools for cooked lunch β increased enrollment and attendance, children previously not returned after lunch, mothers can continue the work without interruption, reduce caste prejudice, more employment in schools, curb hunger
Changing Attitude
- Slow and gradual
- Continuous struggle
- Equality in books must reach the grounds
Worldwide Instances
- USA: African β Americans (Rosa-Parks) β Civil Rights Movement β Civil Rights Act, 1964
- Africa: Apartheid (Nelson Mandela)
Challenges Ahead! !
- Struggle for the recognition of all persons as equal
- Struggle for their dignity to be maintained
β Mayank