CBSE Civics Class 6

Diversity and Discrimination

Diversity and Discrimination - Chapter Wise CBSE Solved Question and Answer Based On NCERT

Points To Remember:

  • Diversity is the product of different geography, culture and history. Diversity mean variety and being different, it is respecting and understanding the varying differences among individuals in society
  • Diversity in India is main source of prejudice and discrimination
  • Lack of tolerance to differences lead to conflict in society and thus diversity is not always celebrated
  • When our opinions about certain people are always negative, these become prejudices
  • Discrimination is when someone are treated worse because of gender, race, disability, colour, nationality, religion and age
  • Economic disparities between rich and poor results in exploitation and discrimination against poor
  • Gender discrimination refers to discrimination between girls and boys
  • Violence against minority community is a common feature and from time to time communal hatred is spread amongst the people
  • Indian constitution does not force people to give up their personal beliefs, languages or cultural practices
  • People are free to choose their jobs and occupation, government jobs are open to all people
  • Respect for diversity is a significant element in ensuring equality


Chapter 2: Diversity and Discrimination