Naturally, all person are born in identical form. There develops dissimilarities because of man-made circumstances. In reality, equality is such a situation wherein all the persons get similar opportunities for the development of their existence. But, as a matter of fact and practically, all the persons cannot be the same in the society. The main reason of this is that all persons do not possess equality in terms of physical and mental capabilities.

Laski says, “The meaning of equality does not imply that every person should get similar treatment or similar wages. If the wages of a labourer is made equal to that a of scientist or a mathematician, the object of the society will get destroyed. Therefore, the meaning of equality is that no privileged class should exist and all should get equal opportunity to progress.”

Basic Features of Equality : 

1. Similar behaviour with equal person. 

2. Same opportunity of progress to all persons. 

3. Same attitude and behaviour to all by State and Society. 

4. Protection of rights and repute of all. 

5. No discrimination against anyone on the basis of caste, creed, sect, gender, language, place of birth, property, nationality. 

6. Similar importance to all persons in society.

Types of Equality : 

• Civic Equality : 

It refers to equal rights to all the persons. It generates a sence of cohesions and dedications towards the state. 

• Political Equality : 

Political equality is the base of democracy. All should get equal right to contest elections and holding official posts. 

•  Social Equality : 

In social context, all should have equal rights. 

• Natural Equality : 

This concept implies that all are born equal by nature. Circumstances make distinctions. 

• Economic Equality : 

It means all should have equal opportunity to work. 

• Cultural Equality : 

Similar behaviour in majority and minority classes is cultural equality. 

• Legal’Equality : 

All are equal before the law and Justice governing the nation. 

• Equality of Opportunity: 

All should get equal opportunity without discrimation on the basis of caste, creed, sect, gender, religion etc.

• Equality of Education: 

Equal Education refers to equal and similar opportunity to all the persons in respect of attaining education.