Read the given passage carefully and answer the following questions.

The division of society into male, female and transgender is believed to be natural and biological. But, in reality, there are social constructs and roles assigned to individuals which are reinforced by social institutions. Consequently, these biological differences become the basis of social differentiation, discrimination and exclusion. The exclusion of over half of the population becomes a serious handicap to any developing and civilised society. It is a global challenge, which has been acknowledged by the UNDP when it mentioned that, "If development is not engendered it is endangered" (HDR UNDP 1995). Discrimination, in general, and gender discrimination, in particular, is a crime against humanity. All efforts need to be made to address the denial of opportunities for education, employment, political representation, low wages for similar types of work, disregard to their entitlement to live a dignified life, etc. A society which fails to acknowledge and take effective measures to remove such discriminations, cannot be treated as a civilised one. The Government of India has duly acknowleged the adverse impacts of these discriminations and launched a nationwide campaign called 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao'.

Which of the following represents a civilised society?

Entitlement of women to live a dignified life

The correct answer is Option (3) → Entitlement of women to live a dignified life

According to the passage, a society that ensures equal opportunities in education, employment, political representation, equal wages, and respect for dignity can be called a civilised society.

• Male dominated political representation, unequal wages, and social exclusions represent discrimination and are signs of an uncivilised society.

• Only entitlement of women to live a dignified life reflects the qualities of a civilised society.