Which of the following concepts are associated with John Rawls

A. Veil of ignorance

B. Primary social goods

C. Pure procedural justice

D. Principles of organization

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

The correct Answer is A, B and C only 

Explanation:

• A. Veil of Ignorance:
• The concept of the "veil of ignorance" is central to John Rawls' theory of justice as presented in his book "A Theory of Justice" (1971).
• Rawls suggests that in order to determine what a just society looks like, individuals should imagine themselves in an original position behind a "veil of ignorance."
• This means that people should make decisions about the structure of society without knowing their own personal characteristics, such as their gender, social status, talents, or even their own conceptions of the good life.
• The idea is that this hypothetical scenario helps to ensure fairness, as people would make decisions that are unbiased and impartial, considering the interests of all members of society.
• B. Primary Social Goods:
• In Rawls' theory, "primary social goods" refer to the basic resources and benefits that individuals need to lead a flourishing life and pursue their own conceptions of the good.
• These goods include things like income, wealth, rights, opportunities, and liberties.
• Rawls argues that a just society should ensure that these primary social goods are distributed in a way that benefits everyone, particularly those who are less advantaged.
• He emphasizes the importance of fair distribution and the reduction of inequalities to a level that benefits the least well-off members of society.
• C. Pure Procedural Justice:
• The concept of "pure procedural justice" relates to Rawls' approach to justice, which he calls "justice as fairness."
• Rawls proposes that a just society can be achieved through a fair procedure or framework that is agreed upon by individuals behind the veil of ignorance.
• He argues that the principles of justice should be derived from a fair process, rather than being biased toward any particular outcome.
• This contrasts with some other theories that focus solely on the consequences of actions or policies.
• Rawls' emphasis on procedural justice aims to create a system that is fair from the outset, ensuring that even if people's individual circumstances differ, the process remains just and impartial.