GS2 · 10 marks · 150 words

Analyse the distinguishing perspectives on equality as reflected in the constitutional frameworks of India and France.

Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Comparative ConstitutionsConstitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights

Syllabus: Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries.

How toppers approached it

From all 3 answers · about 180 words.

Opening

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Body

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Close

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The toppers’ answers

Pakshal SecretryAIR 8 · CSE 2025 · 166 wordsTheir whole copy

Opening

India borrowed principle of liberty, equality and fraternity from french revolution, but modified them as per own needs.

Body · points and prose

Perspective on Equality

AspectIndiaFrance
(1) Nature of EqualityRelative EqualityAbsolute Equality
(2) Affirmative ActionAllowed (e.g. Reservation to women)Not allowed
(3) PrincipleEqual protection of law & Equality before lawOnly Equality before law
(4) Type of EqualityPositive equality (like are treated alike)Neutral equality (all are treated alike)
(5) Scope of discriminationYes (Based on reasonable classification)No, Not at all
(6) State interferenceAllowed for ensuring affirmationNo Role of the State

Reason for difference:

  • India: (1) Historical injustice (2) Graded Society
  • France: (1) Equal society (2) Historically equal

Close · a summary

Thus, Indian Version allows for state to ensure growth & mobility of all section.

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