Principles of justice from "summary" of A Theory of Justice, Revised Edition by John Rawls,Professor John Rawls
The principles of justice are the foundational guidelines that shape the structure of a just society. These principles are not arbitrary rules imposed from above, but rather arise from a rational process of reflection on the nature of justice. They are designed to ensure that all members of society are treated fairly and have equal access to opportunities for self-realization. The first principle of justice is the principle of equal basic liberties. This principle holds that all individuals should have an equal right to the most extensive basic liberties compatible with a similar liberty for others. These basic liberties include political liberties (such as freedom of speech and assembly), personal liberties (such as freedom of conscience and the right to personal property), and the rule of law. The second principle of justice is the principle of fair equality of opportunity. This principle states that all individuals should have an equal opportunity to compete for positions of advantage in society. This means that social and economic inequalities should be arranged so that they are to the greatest be...
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