Rawls contends that we can discover the nature of a ______ society by ascertaining the kind of society that would be chosen by those in the original position.

A) rational
B) just
C) moral
D) family

Rational Society

A hypothetical society governed by reason and logic, where policies and decisions are made based on rational thought and empirical evidence.

Original Position

A hypothetical situation in John Rawls' theory where individuals decide on the principles of justice that will structure society, without knowing their place in it.

Rawls

References John Rawls's principle of justice that emphasizes equal basic liberties, equality of opportunity, and addressing the disadvantages through redistributive policies.