Asked by Arrows Shusmurf on Apr 24, 2024

Which of the following are principles of justice that Rawls believes that all people in the original position would agree upon?

A) Social and economic inequalities are to be arranged to the greatest benefit of the least advantaged.
B) Social and economic inequalities are to be attached to offices and positions open to all under conditions of fair equality of opportunity.
C) Each person has an equal right to the most extensive set of basic liberties compatible with a similar set of liberties for all.
D) All of these choices.

Principles of Justice

Fundamental ethical guidelines that emphasize fairness, equity, and impartiality in the distribution of benefits and burdens within society.

Original Position

A theoretical situation in John Rawls' theory of justice where individuals select principles of justice behind a veil of ignorance, unaware of their personal characteristics.

Rawls

John Rawls, a prominent American philosopher known for his work in political philosophy, particularly the theory of justice as fairness.

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