This was part of my answer:
This is known as the dilemma of difference (labels or labeling):
The basic dilemma is whether to recognize or not to recognize differences, as either way there are some negative implications or risks associated with stigma, devaluation, rejection or denial of relevant opportunities.
The study is based on the assumption that there are hard decisions or dilemmas about difference and differentiation. This is because there are positive and negative conceptions in plural democratic societies about human differences and what we call differentiation in education. The negative perspective is that difference reflects lower status, less value, perpetuating inequalities and poor quality provision and unfair treatment. The positive perspective is that difference reflects the recognition of individuality and individual needs and interests.
It is this tension between these conceptions of difference that leads us to confront dilemmas of difference.
The rest of the response was in the book Ruthierhyme refers
Hope this helps you to get the idea
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