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Which theory focuses on the distribution of resources and opportunities based on the principle of justice as fairness?
Which theory focuses on the distribution of resources and opportunities based on the principle of justice as fairness?
- Nozick's Entitlement Theory
- Rawls' Theory of Justice (correct)
- Mill's Utilitarianism
- Kant's Categorical Imperative
Which two theories are being evaluated to determine the most realizable and realistic articulation of fairness?
Which two theories are being evaluated to determine the most realizable and realistic articulation of fairness?
- Hobbes' Social Contract Theory and Locke's Natural Rights Theory
- Marx's Theory of Communism and Smith's Theory of Capitalism
- Rawls' Theory of Justice and Nozick's Entitlement Theory (correct)
- Kant's Categorical Imperative and Mill's Utilitarianism
Which theory emphasizes the importance of individuals' entitlements and voluntary transactions in determining economic justice?
Which theory emphasizes the importance of individuals' entitlements and voluntary transactions in determining economic justice?
- Hobbes' Social Contract Theory
- Locke's Natural Rights Theory
- Nozick's Entitlement Theory (correct)
- Rawls' Theory of Justice
Study Notes
Theories of Justice
- The theory that focuses on the distribution of resources and opportunities based on the principle of justice as fairness is known as the Justice as Fairness theory.
- Egalitarianism and Prioritarianism are the two theories being evaluated to determine the most realizable and realistic articulation of fairness.
- The Libertarianism theory emphasizes the importance of individuals' entitlements and voluntary transactions in determining economic justice.
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Take this quiz to evaluate and compare Rawls' Theory of Justice and Nozick's Entitlement Theory. Discover which theory provides a more realistic and achievable understanding of fairness in our daily lives. Test your knowledge and gain insights into these influential philosophical concepts.
