PPT: Social Justice | Political Science Class 11 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Justice
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Justice
How do We Define 'Justice'?
1
Fair Treatment
Justice is the fair and impartial treatment of all 
individuals, ensuring that everyone receives what they 
are due and their rights are upheld.
2
Upholding Laws
It involves upholding laws and principles that promote 
equality, fairness, and respect for human dignity.
3
Correcting Injustices
Justice seeks to correct injustices, protect the 
vulnerable, and ensure that everyone has the 
opportunity to thrive within society.
4
Right to Education
The Right to Education Act in India ensures that every 
child has access to quality education, reflecting the 
principle of justice.
Justice, at its core, is about ensuring fairness and impartiality in the treatment of all individuals. This involves not only 
upholding laws but also actively seeking to correct injustices and protect the vulnerable. The goal is to create a society where 
everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background.
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Justice
How do We Define 'Justice'?
1
Fair Treatment
Justice is the fair and impartial treatment of all 
individuals, ensuring that everyone receives what they 
are due and their rights are upheld.
2
Upholding Laws
It involves upholding laws and principles that promote 
equality, fairness, and respect for human dignity.
3
Correcting Injustices
Justice seeks to correct injustices, protect the 
vulnerable, and ensure that everyone has the 
opportunity to thrive within society.
4
Right to Education
The Right to Education Act in India ensures that every 
child has access to quality education, reflecting the 
principle of justice.
Justice, at its core, is about ensuring fairness and impartiality in the treatment of all individuals. This involves not only 
upholding laws but also actively seeking to correct injustices and protect the vulnerable. The goal is to create a society where 
everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background.
Principles of Justice
1
Equal Treatment for 
Equals
All people deserve equal 
rights and opportunities.
Example: Equal pay for 
equal work, regardless of 
caste, gender, or 
background.
2
Proportionate Justice
Rewards and benefits 
should be based on effort, 
skill, and risk.
Example: Miners and police 
officers should receive fair 
wages considering their 
work conditions and risks.
3
Recognition of Special Needs
Some individuals need extra support to ensure justice.
Example: Special assistance for disabled people or marginalized 
communities.
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Justice
How do We Define 'Justice'?
1
Fair Treatment
Justice is the fair and impartial treatment of all 
individuals, ensuring that everyone receives what they 
are due and their rights are upheld.
2
Upholding Laws
It involves upholding laws and principles that promote 
equality, fairness, and respect for human dignity.
3
Correcting Injustices
Justice seeks to correct injustices, protect the 
vulnerable, and ensure that everyone has the 
opportunity to thrive within society.
4
Right to Education
The Right to Education Act in India ensures that every 
child has access to quality education, reflecting the 
principle of justice.
Justice, at its core, is about ensuring fairness and impartiality in the treatment of all individuals. This involves not only 
upholding laws but also actively seeking to correct injustices and protect the vulnerable. The goal is to create a society where 
everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background.
Principles of Justice
1
Equal Treatment for 
Equals
All people deserve equal 
rights and opportunities.
Example: Equal pay for 
equal work, regardless of 
caste, gender, or 
background.
2
Proportionate Justice
Rewards and benefits 
should be based on effort, 
skill, and risk.
Example: Miners and police 
officers should receive fair 
wages considering their 
work conditions and risks.
3
Recognition of Special Needs
Some individuals need extra support to ensure justice.
Example: Special assistance for disabled people or marginalized 
communities.
How Justice was interpreted throughout history?
Diverse Cultures
Interpretations of justice have varied 
significantly across diverse cultures 
and traditions throughout history.
Ancient India
In ancient India, justice was 
intertwined with dharma, where kings 
bore the responsibility of maintaining 
a just social order.
Confucius
Confucius emphasized the role of 
rulers in upholding justice by 
rewarding the virtuous and punishing 
wrongdoers.
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Justice
How do We Define 'Justice'?
1
Fair Treatment
Justice is the fair and impartial treatment of all 
individuals, ensuring that everyone receives what they 
are due and their rights are upheld.
2
Upholding Laws
It involves upholding laws and principles that promote 
equality, fairness, and respect for human dignity.
3
Correcting Injustices
Justice seeks to correct injustices, protect the 
vulnerable, and ensure that everyone has the 
opportunity to thrive within society.
4
Right to Education
The Right to Education Act in India ensures that every 
child has access to quality education, reflecting the 
principle of justice.
Justice, at its core, is about ensuring fairness and impartiality in the treatment of all individuals. This involves not only 
upholding laws but also actively seeking to correct injustices and protect the vulnerable. The goal is to create a society where 
everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background.
Principles of Justice
1
Equal Treatment for 
Equals
All people deserve equal 
rights and opportunities.
Example: Equal pay for 
equal work, regardless of 
caste, gender, or 
background.
2
Proportionate Justice
Rewards and benefits 
should be based on effort, 
skill, and risk.
Example: Miners and police 
officers should receive fair 
wages considering their 
work conditions and risks.
3
Recognition of Special Needs
Some individuals need extra support to ensure justice.
Example: Special assistance for disabled people or marginalized 
communities.
How Justice was interpreted throughout history?
Diverse Cultures
Interpretations of justice have varied 
significantly across diverse cultures 
and traditions throughout history.
Ancient India
In ancient India, justice was 
intertwined with dharma, where kings 
bore the responsibility of maintaining 
a just social order.
Confucius
Confucius emphasized the role of 
rulers in upholding justice by 
rewarding the virtuous and punishing 
wrongdoers.
Equal Treatment for Equals
Examples of Injustice
• A woman getting less salary than a man for the same job.
• A lower-caste person receiving lower wages than an upper-caste 
person for the same work.
Key Rights in Democracies
1. Civil Rights: Right to life, liberty, and property.
2. Political Rights: Right to vote and participate in governance.
3. Social Rights: Equal access to education and jobs.
These rights ensure that justice is maintained in society.