Robert Nozick - Key Ideas (1938–2002) (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What is self-ownership in Nozick's libertarian philosophy?
What is self-ownership in Nozick's libertarian philosophy?
A central tenet involving absolute ownership
According to Nozick, what does self-ownership include control over?
According to Nozick, what does self-ownership include control over?
Body, talents, abilities, and labour
How does Nozick describe the nature of self-ownership?
How does Nozick describe the nature of self-ownership?
Inviolable
What does Nozick's self-ownership principle assert about individuals?
What does Nozick's self-ownership principle assert about individuals?
They are sovereign entities
Who rightfully owns wealth generated from an individual's capacities?
Who rightfully owns wealth generated from an individual's capacities?
The individual themselves
What type of state does self-ownership support in Nozick's argument?
What type of state does self-ownership support in Nozick's argument?
Minimal state intervention
What does Nozick compare taxation for redistributive purposes to?
What does Nozick compare taxation for redistributive purposes to?
A form of slavery
Why does Nozick view redistributive taxation as problematic?
Why does Nozick view redistributive taxation as problematic?
It claims ownership over a portion of labour
What should a minimal state not do according to Nozick?
What should a minimal state not do according to Nozick?
Infringe upon self-ownership rights