Prejudice, Discrimination, Equality, and Human Rights in Religious Beliefs

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms regarding prejudice, discrimination, equality, human rights, social justice, and religious teachings from Christianity and Hinduism.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or judgement about someone, usually without enough knowledge or evidence.

Discrimination

Treating someone unfairly because of characteristics such as their religion, gender, sexuality or race.

Ahimsa

A Hindu teaching that means avoiding harm to others, which can support opposition to prejudice, discrimination, and racism.

Gender discrimination

Treating someone unfairly because of their gender.

Homophobia

Prejudice or discrimination against homosexual people.

Equality

Everyone having the same rights, opportunities and protection under the law.

Freedom of religion and belief

The right to choose, practise, change or have no religion without being persecuted.

Religious expression

Showing or communicating religious beliefs through things such as clothing, prayer, worship, religious symbols, dietary choices, and festivals.

Human rights

Basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person simply because they are human.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

A declaration adopted by the United Nations in 1948 that establishes basic standards of treatment and rights for all people.

Dharma

Duties and responsibilities a person should fulfil in Hinduism, including responsibilities towards other people and society.

Social justice

Creating a society where people are treated fairly and have equal rights and opportunities by tackling poverty, discrimination, racism, and inequality.

Justice

Fairness and giving people what they are entitled to.

Seva

Selfless service to others in Hinduism, supporting social justice by helping people in need.

Racism

Prejudice or discrimination based on someone's race or ethnicity.

Racial prejudice

Negative attitudes or beliefs about someone because of their race.

Racial discrimination

Unfair treatment because of race.

Atman

The Hindu belief in the inner self or soul, which supports the idea that all people have spiritual value.