Class 7 Social Science
On Equality
Q.1
In a democracy, why is a universal adult franchise important?
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Q.2
Re-read the box on Article 15 and state two ways in which the article address inequality?
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Q.3
In what ways was Omprakash Valmiki’s experience similar to that of the Ansaris?
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Q.4
What do you understand by the term “all personnel are equal before the law”? Why do you think it is important in a democracy?
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Q.5
The Government of India passed the Disabilities Act in 1995. This law states that persons with disabilities have equal rights and that the government should make possible their full participation. The government has to provide free education and integrate children with disabilities into mainstream schools. This law also states that all public spaces including buildings, school etc. should be accessible and provided with ramps.
Look at the photograph and think about the boy who is being carried with the stair. Do you think that the law stated above is being implemented in this regard? What needs to be done to make the building accessible?
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