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According to Right of Persons with Disabilities Act (2016), which of the following term is appropriate to use ?

Options

A

Retarded student

B

Handicapped student

C

Student with physical disability

D

Student with crippled body

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Correct Answer :

Option C

Student with physical disability

Solution :

The correct option is Student with physical disability.

Explanation:
The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 emphasizes person-first language and respectful terminology that focuses on the individual rather than labeling them by their limitation.

1. Terms like "Retarded", "Handicapped", or "Crippled" are considered derogatory, stigmatizing, and outdated.
2. The RPwD Act, 2016 advocates for inclusive and dignity-respecting terms such as "Person with Disability" or "Student with physical disability".
3. Using person-first language reinforces that a person is an individual first, and their disability is only one aspect of their identity.

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