Principle of Treating Equals Equally Quiz

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What is the principle of treating equals equally?

People should not be discriminated against on grounds of class, caste, race or gender.

People should be judged on the basis of their work and actions, not their group.

If two people perform the same work, they should receive the same reward.

All of the above (correct)

What example does the text provide to illustrate unfair treatment based on caste?

Two people performing the same work but receiving different pay due to their caste. (correct)

Discriminating against someone based on their race or gender.

A male teacher receiving a higher salary than a female teacher.

Giving all students equal marks regardless of the quality of their exam answers.

What principle of justice does the text suggest may sometimes lead to unjust outcomes?

Treating equals equally. (correct)

Providing equal rewards for equal work.

Judging people based on their actions, not their group identity.

Proportionate justice based on effort and quality.

What philosophical concept related to human dignity does the text allude to?

Kantian deontology Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a principle of justice mentioned in the text?

Maximizing overall societal utility Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the examples provided in the text?

To highlight the limitations of equal treatment as a principle of justice Signup and view all the answers

What principle of justice is demonstrated in the scenario of Geeta being given extra time to finish her mathematics paper?

Special needs consideration Signup and view all the answers

How does the scenario of the visually impaired student, Suresh, getting extra time challenge the concept of equal treatment?

By promoting inequality Signup and view all the answers

In the context of justice, what is the significance of a teacher giving grace marks to weaker students?

Rewarding effort Signup and view all the answers

How does the professor's action of distributing different question papers challenge the principle of equal rights?

Neglects standardized assessment Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario aligns most with Immanuel Kant's philosophy on dignity and equal treatment?

Reserving seats in Parliament for women Signup and view all the answers

What overarching principle of justice is exemplified by the proposal to reserve seats in Parliament for women?

Equal opportunity Signup and view all the answers

What is closely linked to our understanding of what is just in modern times?

Equal treatment for individuals Signup and view all the answers

According to Immanuel Kant, what do human beings possess?

Dignity Signup and view all the answers

What does justice require according to the text?

Equal consideration for all individuals Signup and view all the answers

What important rights are granted in most liberal democracies today?

Civil, political, and social rights Signup and view all the answers

What principle is associated with treating equals equally?

All individuals share certain characteristics as human beings Signup and view all the answers

What is due to each person if they are granted dignity according to Immanuel Kant's philosophy?

Opportunity to develop talents and pursue goals Signup and view all the answers