EXERCISES
Jharkhand Board Social Science Solutions for EXERCISES
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Questions from EXERCISES with Hints & Solutions
Why is Universal Adult Franchise important in a democracy?

State two ways in which the Article addresses inequality?

In what ways was Omprakash Valmiki's experience similar to that of the Ansaris?

What do you understand by the term "all persons are equal before the law"? Why do you think it is important in a democracy?

According to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, , persons with disabilities have equal rights, and the government should make possible their full participation in society. The government has to provide free education and integrate children with disabilities into mainstream schools. This law also states that all public places including, buildings, schools, etc., should be accessible and provided with ramps.
Look at the photograph and think about the boy who is being carried down the stairs. Do you think the above law is being implemented in his case? What needs to be done to make the building more accessible for him?
How would his being carried down the stairs affect his dignity as well as his safety?
