What is the relation between protection of rights and social justice?

Rights give neglected groups a basis to demand respect and opportunity

Direct answer: B is correct. Social justice means that people, especially those historically neglected or treated unfairly, should receive equal respect, fair opportunities, and protection from discrimination. Rights provide a lawful and moral basis for making these demands. They allow disadvantaged groups to challenge exclusion, seek equal treatment, and ask public institutions to correct injustice. A is wrong because rights are an important instrument for advancing social justice. C is wrong because rights cover dignity, equality, liberty, participation, and protection from exploitation, not only property. D is wrong because rights protect diversity while demanding equal citizenship; they do not require everyone to become identical. Memory cue: rights give disadvantaged people both a voice and a remedy, not merely a promise.

This is a Class 9 Civics question. Chapter: Democratic Rights. Topic: The significance of rights in a democracy.