Rawlsian Justice
Rawlsian Justice, developed by philosopher John Rawls, is a concept of fairness in society. It suggests that a just social system should ensure that the least advantaged individuals are given the most support. Rawls introduces the idea of the "original position," where people choose rules for society behind a "veil of ignorance," unaware of their own status or resources. This encourages fairness, as people would create rules that protect everyone's basic rights and ensure equitable distribution of resources, prioritizing the well-being of the least fortunate. Thus, justice is about fairness and equal opportunity for all.
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Rawlsian justice, proposed by philosopher John Rawls, emphasizes fairness in the distribution of resources and opportunities in society. It is built on two main principles: the "difference principle," which allows for inequalities only if they benefit the least advantaged members of society, and the "equal basic liberties" principle, ensuring everyone has equal rights and freedoms. Rawls suggests that social arrangements should be designed as if individuals were behind a "veil of ignorance," unaware of their own social status, to ensure fairness and impartiality in creating just policies and structures.