Political Theory

Social Justice Important Questions

Social Justice Important Questions

These Social Justice Important Questions cover important NCERT concepts related to justice, equality, welfare, rights, discrimination and democratic values.

The chapter-wise questions include MCQs, one-word questions, assertion and reason questions and analytical descriptive questions useful for UPSC, SSC, PSC, Railways, CUET, CBSE board exams and competitive examinations.

NCERT Page Coverage: Page 33–37

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

These MCQs from Social Justice help students revise important concepts related to justice, welfare, equal opportunities and democratic rights for board and competitive examinations.

MCQ 1

Justice generally refers to:

  • A. Use of force only
  • B. Fair and proper treatment of individuals
  • C. Religious authority only
  • D. Economic competition only
Answer: B. Fair and proper treatment of individuals

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MCQ 2

Social justice mainly focuses on:

  • A. Equal treatment and fairness in society
  • B. Military power only
  • C. Economic profit only
  • D. Colonial expansion only
Answer: A. Equal treatment and fairness in society

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MCQ 3

Which among the following is closely linked with justice?

  • A. Equality
  • B. Rights
  • C. Fairness
  • D. All of these
Answer: D. All of these

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MCQ 4

A just society should provide:

  • A. Equal opportunities
  • B. Human dignity
  • C. Protection of rights
  • D. All of these
Answer: D. All of these

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MCQ 5

Discrimination based on caste violates:

  • A. Social justice
  • B. Human dignity
  • C. Equality
  • D. All of these
Answer: D. All of these

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MCQ 6

Which among the following weakens social justice?

  • A. Equal opportunities
  • B. Social discrimination
  • C. Welfare measures
  • D. Constitutional rights
Answer: B. Social discrimination

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MCQ 7

The idea that rewards should be based on effort and ability is related to:

  • A. Merit
  • B. Monarchy
  • C. Untouchability
  • D. Colonialism
Answer: A. Merit

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MCQ 8

Social justice supports:

  • A. Equal respect for all individuals
  • B. Privileges by birth
  • C. Untouchability
  • D. Social exclusion
Answer: A. Equal respect for all individuals

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MCQ 9

A welfare state aims to:

  • A. Reduce inequalities and support citizens
  • B. Eliminate rights
  • C. Promote dictatorship
  • D. Encourage exploitation
Answer: A. Reduce inequalities and support citizens

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MCQ 10

Which among the following is an example of injustice?

  • A. Equal rights
  • B. Discrimination
  • C. Social welfare
  • D. Rule of law
Answer: B. Discrimination

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One-Word / Very Short Answer Questions

Question Answer Page Reference
What means fair treatment of individuals? Justice Page 33
Which justice focuses on fairness in society? Social justice Page 33
Which principle ensures equal respect for individuals? Equality Page 34
Which practice violates social justice and dignity? Discrimination Page 35
Which state provides welfare support to citizens? Welfare state Page 37
Which policies support disadvantaged communities? Reservation policies Page 37
Which justice deals with fair distribution of resources? Distributive justice Page 36
Which concept is closely linked with fairness? Justice Page 33
Which social evil denies equal dignity? Untouchability Page 35
Which concept supports equal opportunities? Social justice Page 34

Assertion and Reason Questions

Question 1

Assertion (A): Justice means fair treatment of individuals.

Reason (R): Justice is closely related to fairness and equality.

Options:

  • A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation
  • B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation
  • C. A is true but R is false
  • D. A is false but R is true
Correct Option: A

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Question 2

Assertion (A): Social justice opposes discrimination.

Reason (R): Discrimination denies equal dignity and opportunities to individuals.

Options:

  • A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation
  • B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation
  • C. A is true but R is false
  • D. A is false but R is true
Correct Option: A

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Question 3

Assertion (A): Economic inequality may create injustice.

Reason (R): Large economic disparities reduce opportunities for weaker sections.

Options:

  • A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation
  • B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation
  • C. A is true but R is false
  • D. A is false but R is true
Correct Option: A

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Question 4

Assertion (A): A welfare state supports disadvantaged citizens.

Reason (R): Welfare measures help reduce inequalities in society.

Options:

  • A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation
  • B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation
  • C. A is true but R is false
  • D. A is false but R is true
Correct Option: A

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Important Exam-Based Concept Questions

Question 1

Explain the meaning and importance of social justice.

Page Reference: Page 33

Question 2

Discuss the relationship between justice and equality.

Page Reference: Page 34

Question 3

Explain the concept of distributive justice.

Page Reference: Page 36

Question 4

Discuss the role of a welfare state in promoting justice.

Page Reference: Page 37

Question 5

Explain the significance of reservation policies in India.

Page Reference: Page 37

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