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Form groups and use the following topic for discussion. Take the help of your college library and your teacher.

Equality before law

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Equality before law:

  1. All citizens are equal before the law.
  2. No discrimination based on race, religion, gender, caste, or place of birth.
  3. Why is it necessary in a democracy?
  4. Examples from the past that portray equality before the law.
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Chapter 1.4: Pillars of Democracy - Brainstorming [Page 39]

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Chapter 1.4 Pillars of Democracy
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