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GS I · Prelims + Mains

Indian Society

Diversity, inequalities, social change and collective identities.

4 detailed chapters

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  1. 21Diversity, caste, class and social empowermentIndian Society · GS I · 7 min read
  2. 22Women, family and changing social institutionsIndian Society · GS I · 8 min read
  3. 23Population, migration and urbanisationIndian Society · GS I · 7 min read
  4. 24Communalism, regionalism, secularism and globalisationIndian Society · GS I · 7 min read

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ConceptMeaningIllustration
EqualityEqual status or treatmentEqual citizenship
EquityAddressing unequal barriersAccessible learning support
EmpowermentAgency, resources and voiceAbility to exercise an entitlement