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Social Justice — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 11 · Political Science

What Social Justice covers in CBSE Class 11 Political Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 11 Political Science syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 11 Political Science · 2026-27

Topics in Social Justice

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1. Meaning of Justice

  • Justice is understood intuitively, much like love, but it applies to society as a whole.
  • Justice is about the way public life is ordered and how social goods and social duties are distributed.
  • Justice is central to politics because it shapes laws, rights, opportunities, and social relationships.
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2. Historical Ideas of Justice

  • Ancient Indian society linked justice with dharma, and maintaining dharma was seen as a duty of kings.
  • Confucius said kings should maintain justice by punishing wrong-doers and rewarding the virtuous.
  • Plato discussed justice in The Republic through dialogues involving Socrates, Glaucon, and Adeimantus.
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3. Principles of Justice

  • Equal treatment for equals means people who are equal in relevant respects should be treated equally.
  • This includes equal rights and equal treatment for all individuals.
  • Civil rights include life, liberty, and property.
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4. Justice and Social Equality in India

  • The Constitution abolished untouchability to promote social equality.
  • The Constitution allowed reservations of government jobs and quotas for admissions to educational institutions for Scheduled Castes and Tribes.
  • People with special needs or disabilities may require special help to live equal and productive lives.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Social Justice

Meaning of justiceHistorical conceptions of justiceEqual treatment for equalsProportionate justiceRecognition of special needsDistributive justiceIndian constitutional measuresBasic minimum conditions

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What are the important topics in Social Justice for CBSE Class 11 Political Science?
Key topics in Social Justice include Meaning of Justice, Historical Ideas of Justice, Principles of Justice, Justice and Social Equality in India. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Social Justice for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 108 practice questions on Social Justice. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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