15227. EQUALITY AND NON-DISCRIMINATION IN INDIA AND CHINA. Problems exist in India because of such traditional factors as the caste system and male dominance. However, it is argued that the situation is worse in China because of the oppression of the central government and its views regarding racial purity. Although there are signs of positive change gradually taking place in India, change in China is unlikely unless the government becomes more tolerant of religious and cultural diversity. 7 pages, 15 footnotes, 9 bibliographic references.