John Rawls - Key Ideas (1921–2002) (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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When was Rawls' 'A Theory of Justice' published?
When was Rawls' 'A Theory of Justice' published?
1971
What is the foundation of Rawls' theory?
What is the foundation of Rawls' theory?
Justice as fairness
What is the 'original position' in Rawls' theory?
What is the 'original position' in Rawls' theory?
Hypothetical scenario for choosing justice
What does the 'veil of ignorance' require individuals to lack knowledge of?
What does the 'veil of ignorance' require individuals to lack knowledge of?
Social status, wealth, abilities
What does Rawls' First Principle guarantee?
What does Rawls' First Principle guarantee?
Equal right to extensive basic liberties
When are social and economic inequalities justified under Rawls' Difference Principle?
When are social and economic inequalities justified under Rawls' Difference Principle?
If they benefit the least advantaged
How does Rawls describe basic rights and liberties in a just society?
How does Rawls describe basic rights and liberties in a just society?
Inviolable
What does Rawls' Difference Principle imply support for?
What does Rawls' Difference Principle imply support for?
Redistributive welfare state
What does Rawls argue true equality requires addressing?
What does Rawls argue true equality requires addressing?
Structural inequalities
Why does Rawls reject utilitarianism?
Why does Rawls reject utilitarianism?
Can justify sacrificing minorities for majority
How does Rawls differ from classical liberalism on the state's role?
How does Rawls differ from classical liberalism on the state's role?
Advocates active state role
What has Rawls' theory particularly influenced in modern liberalism?
What has Rawls' theory particularly influenced in modern liberalism?
Debates on welfare and taxation