Global Economic Rights: Poverty as a Human Rights Issue

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What is the fundamental right that is threatened by poverty?

Freedom of speech

Right to education

Security of a person (correct)

Right to fair trial

What is the primary consequence of poverty on human rights?

Limitation of access to education

Deprivation of civil, political, social, and cultural human rights (correct)

Restriction of freedom of movement

Denial of economic rights

Who is the primary address of the claim to human rights of the poor?

The state (correct)

The NGOs

The international community

The wealthy individuals

What is the main reason for considering poverty as a violation of human rights?

It deprives individuals of their basic human rights Signup and view all the answers

What is the essential label that can be given to all the phenomena mentioned, such as lack of food, health, housing, and education?

Poverty Signup and view all the answers

What is the second essential motive in attending poverty through the perspective of human rights?

Quantitative economic transfer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Rawls' principle of liberty?

Guaranteeing the maximum amount of freedom for each individual Signup and view all the answers

According to Rawls, what is the purpose of the difference principle?

To allow only those social inequalities that benefit all, including the least advantaged Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of The Law of Peoples?

International relations and justice Signup and view all the answers

What kind of rights are valued in Rawls' system of justice?

Both negative and positive rights Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of basic warranties in Rawls' system of justice?

To protect the rights of the least well-off members of society Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the principle of equality and social inequality in Rawls' system?

The principle of equality allows for social inequalities that benefit all, including the least advantaged Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of 'just peoples'?

Initiation and support of democratic governments Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between 'just societies' and 'decent societies'?

Just societies are egalitarian, while decent societies are hierarchical Signup and view all the answers

According to the Law of Peoples, what is the duty of peoples towards other peoples?

To respect the freedom and independence of other peoples Signup and view all the answers

What is the restriction on peoples in the conduct of war?

They are required to observe certain specified restrictions Signup and view all the answers

What is the duty of peoples towards other peoples living in unfavorable conditions?

To assist them in establishing a just and decent political and social regime Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary principle guiding the behavior of decent peoples?

Decency, subsistence, security, personal property, and freedom from slavery Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of representatives of the peoples in Rawls' framework?

To represent the interests of their societies Signup and view all the answers

Why might liberal and hierarchical societies diverge from one another in the original position?

Because they have different interests of person's well-being Signup and view all the answers

What is the assumption about the delegates of peoples in the original position?

It is not reasonable to presume that they can attend to multiple interests Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Rawls' list of laws of peoples?

It is minimal and basic Signup and view all the answers

Why might Rawls' laws of peoples not be accepted by all decent societies?

Because there is no reason to assume that they would be accepted Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of the second original position in Rawls' framework?

To arrive at an international system of laws that applies to all societies Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Global Resource Tax?

To redistribute wealth from rich to poor states to address inequality Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the impact of poverty on human dignity?

It is a subjective daily assault on human dignity Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested approach to address poverty and hunger?

Treating them as massive human rights violations Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between a state's control over its resources and the Global Resource Tax?

A state has full control over its resources but must pay a tax on extracted resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of addressing poverty and hunger as human rights violations?

To eradicate severe poverty and hunger from the planet Signup and view all the answers

What is the implied relationship between prosperous and poorer states in the context of the Global Resource Tax?

Prosperous states pay into the Global Resource Tax, while poorer states receive the funds Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Global Economic Rights and Poverty as a Human Rights Issue

Poverty is a violation of human rights, as it consistently threatens the life, liberty, and security of individuals.
Poverty is the underlying condition that deprives individuals of their civil, political, social, economic, and cultural human rights.

Rawls' Principles of Justice

Principle of liberty: Each member of society should have the maximum amount of liberty compatible with the same degree of liberty for all.
Principle of equality: Insisting on equal opportunity, with some degree of inequality allowed only if it benefits all, including the least advantaged.

The Law of Peoples

Rawls recognized that a comprehensive treatment of political justice must consider international relations between different states and nations.
Two types of peoples: Just peoples (liberal democracies) and decent peoples (hierarchical societies that respect certain human rights).

Criticism of Rawls' Move from Domestic Justice to World (In)Justice

Rawls' assumption that representatives of peoples can only attend to one interest (their society's) is not reasonable, given the diversity and pluralism of liberal societies.

Suggestion for a Solution: Global Resource Tax

A global resource tax levied on prosperous states to improve the lives of individuals in poorer states.
Rich countries pay into the tax, while poor countries receive calculated amounts.

Measuring and Assessing Poverty

Poverty is a critical vulnerability that assaults human dignity and must be recognized as a massive human rights violation.
Freedom from poverty is a fundamental human right that must be protected.

Key Facts and Figures

Article 3 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) guarantees life, liberty, and security of individuals.
Poverty is the underlying condition that deprives individuals of their human rights.
8 principles of the Law of Peoples: freedom and independence, observing treaties, equality, non-intervention, self-defense, honoring human rights, observing restrictions in war, and assisting other peoples in unfavorable conditions.

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This quiz covers the concept of poverty as a human rights issue, exploring the ideas of John Rawls and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It delves into the principles of domestic social justice, international relations, and the fundamental human right to freedom from poverty. Test your understanding of this critical topic!