ShodhPatra: International Journal of Science and Humanities

Social Equity and Sustainable Development

Social equity and sustainable development are deeply interconnected concepts that together aim to create a just, inclusive and environmentally balanced society.Sustainale development as defined by the Brundtland Commission, emphasizes meeting present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.However,this goal cannot be achieved without ensuring social equity, which focuses on fairness, justice and equal access to opportunities and resources for all sections of society. Persistent inequalities based on income, gender, caste, ethnicity, region and access to education and healthcare continue to hinder sustainable development efforts, particularly in developing countries. KEYWORDS: Social equity, Sustainable Development, Inclusive Growth, Social Justice, SDGs