The term _____ emphasises differences rather than inequalities.

Diversity

The correct answer is Option 3: Diversity

Option 1: Unity — Incorrect. Unity refers to togetherness and cohesion among people. It does not focus on the existence of different social groups or communities.

Option 2: Integrity — Incorrect. Integrity refers to honesty, moral uprightness or wholeness. It has no connection with highlighting social or cultural differences.

Option 3: Diversity — Correct. Diversity refers to the presence of different social groups and communities. The term highlights differences in cultural markers such as language, religion, race, sect and caste rather than social or economic inequalities.

NCERT: The term ‘diversity’ emphasises differences rather than inequalities. When we say that India is a nation of great cultural diversity, we mean that there are many different types of social groups and communities living here. These are communities defined by cultural markers such as language, religion, sect, race or caste.