Theory of Civil Disobedience
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What characterizes civil disobedience according to Rawls?

  • A private act of dissent against the government
  • A violent protest aimed at overthrowing the government
  • A public, nonviolent act that challenges an unjust law (correct)
  • An act that demonstrates allegiance to the constitution

    • In what type of state does civil disobedience typically occur?

  • An authoritarian state where citizens reject the constitution
  • An unstable government lacking a constitution
  • A just democratic state where citizens accept the constitution (correct)
  • A totalitarian regime with no legal system

    • What must individuals do before engaging in civil disobedience?

  • Ensure that they have popular support for their actions
  • Make substantial efforts to appeal to the majority (correct)
  • Obtain permission from the government authorities
  • Act without prior attempts at legal resolution

    • Which of the following best describes a requirement for civil disobedience?

    <p>Acceptance of punishment for one's actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivates individuals to form a social contract?

    <p>Fear of death and desire for self-preservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Rawls, what is not a basis for justifying civil disobedience?

    <p>Self or group interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the state of nature, how are individuals governed?

    <p>By the law of nature accessible through reason</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lesson does Martin Luther King Jr. emphasize regarding the consequences of civil disobedience?

    <p>One must accept the consequences of their actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was direct action taken by activists according to King's letter?

    <p>They received a broken promise from authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What justifies punishment in the state of nature according to Locke?

    <p>Reparation and restraint to enforce justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when someone attempts to enslave another according to Locke?

    <p>Creation of a state of war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initial action did activists undertake before engaging in civil disobedience?

    <p>Participating in nonviolence workshops for self-purification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition must be met for legitimizing private property?

    <p>There must be enough left for everyone else</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the invention of money impact property rights?

    <p>It allowed for unlimited accumulation beyond natural limits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a misconception about the state of law in nature?

    <p>It is chaotic and lawless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why can't subjects lawfully resist the sovereign, even if unjust?

    <p>It would lead to societal instability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does anarchism primarily allow for according to its principles?

    <p>Individual choice in work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criticism does the text provide about the current economic system?

    <p>It leads to wealth concentration for a select few.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Arneil interpret Locke's justification for land ownership?

    <p>It undermines indigenous property rights based on agricultural standards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is stated about the state in the context of anarchism?

    <p>It is viewed as the biggest criminal entity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mills suggest about the concept of a social contract?

    <p>It assumes isolation among individuals as a starting point.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of politics does the text highlight in relation to majority support?

    <p>It often involves deceit and manipulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do minorities play in social and economic progress according to the content?

    <p>They inspire change through courage and intelligence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Arneil's view, how does the financial system affect colonialism?

    <p>It justifies the appropriation of land from Indigenous peoples.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criticism did activists from both the Civil Rights Movement and Black Lives Matter face?

    <p>Being too radical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of leadership differs between the Civil Rights Movement and Black Lives Matter?

    <p>BLM encourages a decentralized leadership approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key goal of the Civil Rights Movement?

    <p>Achieving racial equality as part of American identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Diane Nash view the youth's role in the Civil Rights Movement?

    <p>They played an important part in shaping the movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one significant consequence faced by Edward Snowden after revealing surveillance secrets?

    <p>The cancellation of his passport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Black Lives Matter's framing of its mission?

    <p>It addresses racial bias affecting primarily the criminal justice system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unifying goal do both movements, BLM and CRM, share?

    <p>Combating systematic racism and prejudice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of Black Lives Matter has resulted in criticism regarding its operational style?

    <p>Its lack of a structured leadership role is seen as a weakness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary source of conflict in Hobbes' state of nature?

    <p>Short sightedness focused on immediate desires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What solution does Hobbes propose to resolve the conflicts arising from short sightedness?

    <p>Formation of a strong sovereign authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Kropotkin, what role does mutual aid play in human societies?

    <p>It is a fundamental aspect of human nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criticism does Emma Goldman have regarding Hobbes' view of the state of nature?

    <p>It is too pessimistic about human nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Goldman argue is the root cause of violence in society?

    <p>Ignorance and misdirected energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does Goldman believe is a threat to social equality?

    <p>Property rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key argument of the rationality account regarding conflict?

    <p>Conflict arises from self-preservation and power dynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Goldman claim about the nature of anarchy?

    <p>Anarchy promotes understanding and freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Kropotkin view the state of nature in contrast to Hobbes?

    <p>Kropotkin sees it as a space of cooperation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the implication of a common authority according to Hobbes?

    <p>It helps to enforce agreements and reduce conflict.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'domination contract' refer to in the context of social agreements?

    <p>A theory that justifies and perpetuates social inequalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the role of race in society according to the provided content?

    <p>Race is a social construct influenced by institutional norms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the social contract relate to the prosperity of white men in society?

    <p>It allows for only white men to prosper while marginalizing others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does colonization and slavery have on the wealth of white people today?

    <p>It has contributed significantly to the wealth of white individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What perspective do white people gain under the racial contract that justifies their power?

    <p>A worldview that supports genocide, slavery, and colonization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Civil Disobedience

    • A public, nonviolent, conscientious, and political act that breaks the law while maintaining a commitment to the legal system's principles.
    • Deliberately breaking the law, not simply testing its constitutionality.
    • Usually arises within a just democratic state where citizens accept the constitution's legitimacy.
    • Involves a conflict of duties: Following laws created by a majority versus defending freedoms or opposing injustice.

    Theory of Civil Disobedience

    • Defines this type of disobedience and differentiates it from other forms of opposition to authority.
    • Establishes conditions where civil disobedience is justified in a democratic regime.
    • Explains the role of civil disobedience within a constitutional system.

    Conditions for Civil Disobedience

    • Individuals must have already attempted to appeal to the majority (e.g., letters to parliament).
    • Individuals must acknowledge that others may participate in civil disobedience and accept the potential punishment.
    • The individual must accept the punishment and be prepared to face potential adverse consequences.
    • Civil disobedience is not justified in situations where opposing the government action is not direct, such as in situations impacting foreign affairs or different regions.
    • Individuals must be guided by relevant political principles, personal morality, or religious beliefs rather than self-interest.

    Examples of Civil Disobedience

    • The civil rights movement, including the sit-ins led by black college students protesting Jim Crow laws.
    • Demonstrations and protests by those who opposed unjust laws.
    • Martin Luther King Jr.'s advocacy for nonviolent resistance.

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    Explore the principles and conditions of civil disobedience in a democratic context. This quiz covers the definitions, justifications, and implications of nonviolent law-breaking actions taken by citizens. Understand how civil disobedience contrasts with other forms of resistance against authority.

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