Q. Ques. 4 Consider the following statements:
- Equality before law is a negative concept.
- Equal protection of law is a positive concept.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 & 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Answer:
Both 1 & 2
Notes: Equality before the law, an English law concept, prohibits discrimination based on status. Equal protection of the law, an American law concept, allows reasonable discrimination to achieve equal legal effect.