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11th NCERT Political Science Chapter 4

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– What does it mean to give each person his/her due? How has the meaning of "giving each his due" changed over time?

– Briefly discuss the three principles of justice outlined in the chapter? Explain each with examples.

– Does the principle of considering the special needs of people conflict with the principle of equal treatment for all?

– How does Rawls use the idea of a veil of ignorance to argue that fair and just distribution can be defended on rational grounds?

– What are generally considered to be the basic minimum requirements of people for living a healthy and productive life? What is the responsibility of governments in trying to ensure this minimum to all?

– Which arguments could be used to justify state action to provide basic minimum conditions of life to all citizens?

– Providing free services to the poor and needy can be justified as an act of charity.

– Providing all citizens with a basic minimum standard of living is one way of ensuring equality of opportunity.

– Ensuring basic facilities and a minimum standard of living to all is a recognition of our shared humanity and a human right.

These are the important topics students should study from the chapter on Social Justice. Students can use this list for focused revision before assessments.

What does it mean to give each person his/her due? How has the meaning of 'giving each his due' changed over time?

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Briefly discuss the three principles of justice outlined in the chapter? Explain each with examples.

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Does the principle of considering the special needs of people conflict with the principle of equal treatment for all?

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How does Rawls use the idea of a veil of ignorance to argue that fair and just distribution can be defended on rational grounds?

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What are generally considered to be the basic minimum requirements of people for living a healthy and productive life? What is the responsibility of governments in trying to ensure this minimum to all?

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