Veil of Ignorance

The Veil of Ignorance is a philosophical concept proposed by John Rawls. It suggests that when designing a fair society, decision-makers should imagine they don’t know their own social status, wealth, abilities, or personal characteristics. By doing so, they focus on creating rules that ensure fairness and justice for everyone, as they could end up in any position within that society. This approach encourages impartiality and aims to protect the most vulnerable, promoting equality and fairness in social and economic policies.