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S/P/564. Rawls' Difference Principle and Theory of Justice

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2011
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The paper looks at the concept of Difference Principle introduced by John Rawls in his understanding of justice examining whether social and economic inequalities can be justified if they benefit the least well-off members of society. The Difference Principle approach is compared to the Utilitarian approach, critique of Rawls’ justice theory is presented.

 

KEYWORDS: Rawls, Difference Principle, Theory of Justice,