Equality

EQUALITY The word “equality” has many different meanings. It can mean, for example, the sameness or equivalence of numbers, quantity or different measures. It can also mean equality in size, or likeness in status or quality. One can also discuss the equality of rights, either social or political. These include equal opportunities for all the sexes and races. The ancient Greeks were the first people to introduce the principle of equality into the political system of C…

…ic or Muslim one should still treat them in an equal fashion and they should be accorded equal rights in terms of the laws of the Country. People today are far more conscious of the need for equality. There are many different movements that fight for these rights. The new “South Africa” is a perfect example. When there is equality there is a sense of fairness, and impartiality, which means freedom from favouritism and discrimination.