The Rawlsian Society

A Rawlsian society is based on the ideas of philosopher John Rawls, who envisioned a fair and just society where social and economic inequalities are arranged to benefit everyone, especially the least advantaged. It emphasizes cooperation within a system designed behind a ‘veil of ignorance,’ where individuals don’t know their position in society, encouraging fairness and impartiality. The goal is to create justice by ensuring that rules and institutions are fair, promoting equality of opportunity, and improving conditions for the worst-off, fostering social stability and moral legitimacy.