Some people argue that inequality is natural while others maintain that it is equality which is natural and the inequalities which we notice around us are created by society. Which view do you support? Give reasons.
Concept: What is Equality
What does it mean to give each person his/her due? How has the meaning of “giving each his due” changed over time?
Concept: What is Justice
Briefly discuss the three principles of justice outlined in the chapter. Explain each with examples.
Concept: What is Justice
Does the principle of considering the special needs of people conflict with the principle of equal treatment for all?
Concept: What is Justice
What are rights and why are they important?
Concept: What Are Rights
What are the bases on which claims to rights can be made?
Concept: What Are Rights
Citizenship as full and equal membership of a political community involves both rights and obligations. Which rights could citizens expect to enjoy in most democratic state today? What kind of obligation will they have to their state and fellow citizens?
Concept: What is Citizenship
All citizens may be granted equal rights but all may not be able to equally exercise them. Explain.
Concept: What is Citizenship
How is a nation different from other forms of collective belonging?
Concept: Introducing Nationalism
Which of the following do you feel are compatible with the idea of secularism? Give reasons.
(a) Absence of domination of one religious group by another.
(b) Recognition of a state religion.
(c) Equal state support to all religions.
(d) Mandatory prayers in schools.
(e) Allowing separate educational institutions for any minority community.
(f) Appointment of temple management bodies by the government.
(g) Intervention of state to ensure entry of Dalits in temples.
Concept: What is Secularism
Why is it necessary for a country to have a clear demarcation of powers and responsibilities in the constitution? What would happen in the absence of such a demarcation?
Concept: Why Do We Need Constitution
What do you understand by secularism? Can it be equated with religious tolerance?
Concept: What is Secularism
Do you agree with the following statement? Give reasons for supporting or opposing it.
Secularism does not allow us to have a religious identity.
Concept: What is Secularism
Do you agree with the following statement? Give reasons for supporting or opposing it.
Secularism is against inequality within a religious group or between different religious groups.
Concept: What is Secularism
Do you agree with the following statement? Give reasons for supporting or opposing it.
Secularism has a western-Christian origin. It is not suitable for India.
Concept: What is Secularism
Do you think that a change towards a peaceful world, needs a change in the way people think? Can mind promote peace and is it enough to focus only on the human mind?
Concept: What is Peace
Peace can be best realised when there is freedom, equality, and justice. Do you agree?
Concept: What is Peace
What do you understand by the term development? Would all sections of society benefit from such a definition of development?
Concept: What is Development
Write true or false against the following statement:
The Constitution guarantees remedy against violation of Rights.
Concept: Importance of Rights
Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the Cultural and Educational Rights?
Concept: Importance of Rights
