Question

Q. Consider the following statements with reference to Inequalities:

Which of the above given statements is/are incorrect?

• A.
  1 only
• B.
  1 and 3 only
• C.
  1 and 2 only
• D.
  3 only

Answer 1

The correct option is A

1 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: A distinction has sometimes been made in political theory between natural inequalities and socially-produced inequalities. Natural inequalities are those that emerge between people as a result of their different capabilities and talents. However, some differences which could be considered natural need no longer be seen as unalterable. For instance, advances in medical science and technologies have helped many disabled people to function effectively in society. Today, computers can help blind people, wheelchairs and artificial limbs can help in cases of physical disability, even a person’s looks can be changed with cosmetic surgery. Thus technology could minimise natural inequalities.

Statement 2 is correct: Natural inequalities are considered to be the result of the different characteristics and abilities with which people are born. Social inequalities on the other hand are those created by society. Certain societies may, for instance, value those who perform intellectual work over those who do manual work and reward them differently. They may treat people of different races, or colour, or gender, or caste differently.

Statement 3 is correct: One of the stark examples of natural basis for creating social inequalities is gender based inequality, where women have been historically considered inferior to men owing to their inherent natural tendencies. Sexual Division of Labour, sex role stereotyping, negative values placed upon women have all created Division in society.