Egalitarian Society: Social and Educational Equality-An Introspection
Author : Dr. Saher Hussain
Abstract :
Equal availability of opportunities for education, irrespective of religion, caste, creed, sex, language, colour, economic condition explains equality in Education. Whereas social equality gives same status in aspects like civil right, freedom of speech, right to property etc. Providing equality in education plays a key role in promoting social justice and equality. All the citizen of a nation should be provided with right to quality education irrespective of their socio-economic background, gender, sex or race. It is a major tool for fostering equality in a society. Education helps in changing the perspective of individuals and make them think on the lines of equality thereby establishing an egalitarian society.
For a nation to prosper it is fundamental to have educational and social equality. All the citizens should be equal before Law and be treated with respect and dignity. The constitution of our country gives provisions for educational and social equality to its people. Despite it being mentioned in the constitution of the country, discrimination in education sector in particular and society at large is evident. It is for sure, that for any society to progress and prosper it’s state machinery should work towards achieving social justice and reducing the gulf of economic disparity among its people. Steps taken by the government in this direction are definitely a beam of light in darkness of an unequal society.
Keywords :
Economic disparity, social justice, educational equality, human rights
