Equality
Definition
Equality in sociology refers to the state or condition of having equal rights, status, and opportunities in a society. It emphasizes fairness and impartiality in the distribution of resources, privileges, and treatment among all members of a community.
Analogy
Equality in society is like setting the starting line at the same position for every runner in a race, ensuring that no one has an unfair advantage or disadvantage at the start.
Related terms
Equity: Equity involves fair treatment according to individual needs and circumstances to achieve an equal outcome.
Social Justice: Social justice is the concept of fair and just relations between individuals and society, including the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges.
Discrimination: Discrimination refers to unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, sex, or disability
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