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Which one of the following is a true statement regarding social justice ? (Himachal Pradesh SET 2017)

(A) It is a tool of political activity

(B) It is against the basic principles of equality

(C) It is acquired through rationality

(D) It is the only objective of justice

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‘One who hears, should decide’ is a principle of (Bihar PGT 2023)

(A) international law

(B) natural justice

(C) Hindu personal law

(D) More than one of the above

(E) None of the above

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Justice means that (Bihar PGT 2023)

(A) there can be discrimination on just grounds

(B) there cannot be any discrimination

(C) discrimination can be made in accordance with wishes of the king

(D) More than one of the above

(E) None of the above

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The concept of justice in the sense of ‘the greatest happiness of the greatest numbers’ was popularized by (Bihar PGT 2023)

(A) Rousseau

(B) Bentham

(C) Plato

(D) More than one of the above

(E) None of the above

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Who among the following said that injustice arises when equals are treated unequally, and also when unequals are treated equally."? (TELANGANA SET 2023)

1. John Rawls

2. Aristotle

3. Cicero

4. Gandhi

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In the context of theory of Justice, who propounded the principle of merit but not support the principle of reward (RAJASTHAN SET 2012 PART 2)

(1) Aristotle

(2) John Rawls

(3) Robert Nozik

(4) Adam Smith

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Who has described Justice as 'Resource egalitarianism'? (RAJASTHAN SET 2013 PART 2)

(1) Karl Marx

(2) Robert Nozick

(3) R. Dworkin

(4) John Rawls

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Assertion (A): According to Ziauddin Barni that Justice is the necessary condition of religion and that religion is a necessary condition of justice.

Reason (R): It is the balance in which the actions of people are judged. (Rajasthan SET 2020)

(1) (A) is true, but (R) is false.

(2) (A) is false, but (R) is true.

(3) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

(4) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

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Which of the following names are associated with the theory of global justice? (DU MA 2021)

A. John Rawls

B. Will Kymlicka

C. Thomas Pogge

D. Robert Nozick

1. A, B and C only

2. A, B and D only

3. A and D only

4. A and C only

Key Concepts in Rawls's Theory of Justice:

Original Position and Veil of Ignorance: Rawls introduces a thought experiment where individuals choose principles of justice from an "original position" of equality, behind a "veil of ignorance" that prevents them from knowing their place in society. This ensures impartiality and fairness in the selection of justice principles.
Two Principles of Justice:
- First Principle: Each person has an equal right to the most extensive basic liberties compatible with similar liberties for others.
- Second Principle: Social and economic inequalities are to be arranged so that they are both:
  - To the greatest benefit of the least advantaged (the Difference Principle).
  - Attached to offices and positions open to all under conditions of fair equality of opportunity.

Rawls on Global Justice:

In The Law of Peoples, Rawls extends his theory to the international context. Here are some key aspects:

Societies as Primary Units: Rawls considers societies (or "peoples") as the primary units of concern, rather than individuals. He distinguishes between liberal and decent peoples and focuses on their behavior in the international system.
Principles of Justice for International Society:
- Peoples should respect human rights.
- Peoples should observe treaties and agreements.
- Peoples should be fair in their practices of trade and should not seek to exploit others.
- Peoples have a duty to assist other peoples living under unfavorable conditions that prevent their having a just or decent political and social regime.
Duty of Assistance: Rawls acknowledges that some societies may be burdened by unfavorable conditions and proposes a duty of assistance to help these societies achieve just or decent political and social institutions.
Respect for Sovereignty: Rawls emphasizes the importance of respecting the sovereignty and self-determination of peoples. He argues against a global redistribution of wealth, focusing instead on ensuring that societies have the conditions necessary to establish and maintain just institutions.

Criticisms and Discussions:

Rawls's approach to global justice has been subject to various criticisms and discussions:

Cosmopolitan Critiques: Some argue that Rawls's focus on societies rather than individuals overlooks the importance of individual rights and global equality. Cosmopolitan theorists advocate for principles of justice that apply directly to individuals on a global scale, rather than mediated through states or societies.
Global Difference Principle: Critics have debated whether Rawls's Difference Principle, which applies within societies, should be extended globally to address inequalities between individuals across different societies.
Practical Implementation: There are questions about how Rawls's principles can be practically implemented in the complex realities of international relations and global politics.

Despite these criticisms, Rawls's work on global justice has had a significant impact on the field, shaping debates and inspiring further philosophical inquiry into the nature and scope of justice beyond national borders.

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Which of the following work is matched correctly with the author? (DU MA 2022)

1. Power: A Radical View - Michel Foucault

2. The Law of Peoples - Ronald Dworkin

3. Justice and the Politics of Difference - Iris Marion Young

4. Development as Freedom - Martha Nussbaum

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Justice as requital refers to (CUET PG 2023)

1. unequal exchange

2. dependent exchange

3. equality of opportunity

4. fair exchange

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'Global Justice' is vital for (CUET PG 2021)

1. Thomas Pogge

2. Thomas Piketty

3. Samir Amin

4. John Rawls

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Consider the following in relation to the concept of 'justice' and choose the correct code: (TELANGANA SET 2022)

1. The distribution of rewards and Punishments.

2. A distributive concept.

3. A moral or normative concept

4. An ‘essentially contested' concept

Codes:

1. 1 & 2 only

2. 1 & 3 only

3. 1, 2 & 4 only

4. 1, 2, 3 & 4

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Who among the following has given argument that 'any theory of justice which is silent about the inequalities within the family is an incomplete one'? (Rajasthan SET 2020)

(1) Susan Moller Okin

(2) Cathrine Mackinnon

(3) Martha Nussbaum

(4) Carole Pateman

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Who among the following identified four sources of justice, “religion, nature, economics and ethics.” (Presidency University Masters Entrance Questions 2018)

(A) Ernest Barker

(B) Harold Laski

(C) Woodrow Wilson

(D) Henry Maine

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The Rawlsian notion of justice is: (GUJARAT SET DECEMBER 2002)

(A) Capitalism with justice

(B) Utilitarian

(C) Communitarian

(D) Liberal

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"Social justice in the Age of Identity Politics: Redistribution, Recognition and Participation" is an essay written by (JMI M.A. 2023)

(a) Seyla Benhabib

(b) Nancy Fraser

(c) Betty Friedan

(d) Kate Nash

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John Rawls's principle of distributive justice is based on: (JMI M.A. 2023)

(a) Deserts

(b) Difference Principle (Social Equality)

(c) Utility

(d) Property

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The author of "The idea of Justice" is: (JMI M.A. 2022)

A) John Rawls

B) Robert Nozick

C) Amartya Sen

D) None of these

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The lnternational Court of Justice (ICJ) is located at: (JMI M.A. 2022)

A) Washington (United States of America)

B) Geneva (Switzerland)

C) The Hague (Netherlands)

D) None of the these

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John Rawls's principle of distributive justice is based on: (JMI M.A. 2016)

(A) Deserts

(B) Difference principle (Social Equality)

(C) Utility

(D) property

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Who first gave the Concept of 'Distributive Justice"? (JMI M.A. 2017)

A) Plato.

B) Aristotle

C) Machiavelli

D) Locke

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Who believes that 'Plato's theory of justice is totalitarian'? (BSTET 2024)

1. R. B. J. Walker

2. Richard Crossman

3. Karl Popper

4. Thomas Kuhn

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Justice, for Aristotle, was a: (JMI M.A. 2019)

A. A complete virtue, though not absolute

B. An incomplete virtue

C. An absolute virtue

D. Eudaimonia

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A set of principles of justice which belong to the unwritten part of law is described as? (JMI M.A. 2021-2022)

A) Natural Justice

B) Jurisprudence

C) Social Justice

D) Religious Decree

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A social policy seeking to prevent concentration of valuable resources of the community in the hands of the chosen few and to create a social order which will enable the deprived to gain a respectable share is furthering the cause of? (JMI M.A. 2021-2022)

A) Social Justice

B) Social Equality

C) Libertarianism

D) Nee-liberalism

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According to the Communitarian concept of Justice (PUMDET 2024)

(A) All society must follow the same rules of justice.

(B) Justice should be contextualised in different societies.

(C) Public discourse should be devoid of moral principles.bildu

(D) Self-interest is the key of social justice.

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Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). (NET March 2023 Shift II)

Assertion (A): Justice for all is compatible with equality.

Reason (R): Justice requires positive liberty.

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

1. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

2. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).

3. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct.

4. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct.

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The thinker who defined justice as treating equals equally was (University of Hyderabad MA 2016)

a. J. S. Mill

b. James Mill

c. Bentham

d. Aristotle

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Who said, "Justice is the first virtue of social institutions". (NET March 2023 Shift II)

1. Aristotle

2. John Rawls

3. Andrea Dworkin

4. Mackinon

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Social justice (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) believes in affirmative action.

(B) rejects affirmative action.

(C) does not believe in the existence of state.

(D) argues in favour of proletariats only.

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Rawls arranges the principles of justice in ‘lexical priority’ in this order: (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)

(A) Fair Equality of Opportunity, the Difference Principle and Liberty Principle

(B) Liberty Principle, Fair Equality of Opportunity and the Difference Principle

(C) Difference Principle, Fair Equality of Opportunity and Liberty Principle

(D) None of the above

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John Rawls 'theory of justice' combines (WEST BENGAL SET JANUARY 2023)

(A) people's democracy, market economy, and the redistributive welfare scheme.

(B) liberal democracy, command economy and distributive justice.

(C) liberal or associational socialist democracy, market economy and the redistributive welfare scheme.

(D) None of the above

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Plato’s Justice Theory is based on (RAJASTHAN SET 2023)

(A) education, harmony and love

(B) love and harmony

(C) education

(D) education, life span and love

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Plato’s justice theory is based on (RAJASTHAN SET 2023)

(A) criminal justice, functional specialisation

(B) functional specialisation, noninterference by various classes in each other’s duty and harmony

(C) criminal justice and noninterference by various classes in each other’s duty

(D) harmony, love and non-interference of state in private affairs

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Arrange the following Chief Justices of India in the chronological order. (NET June 2024 Paper II)

A. J. Kania

B. N. Bhagwati

C. Ranganath Mishra

D. Madan Mohan Punchhi

E. H. Kapadia

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(1) A, B, C, D, E

(2) C, A, B, E, D

(3) D, C, E, B, A

(4) B, D, C, A, E

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Rawls’ principle of distributive justice is based on the notion of: (MAHARASHTRA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A) Desertion

(B) Difference principle

(C) Equality

(D) Entitlement

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Who elects the judges of the International Court of Justice? (MAHARASHTRA SET 2021 PAPER II)

(A) UN General Assembly

(B) UN General Assembly and UN Security Council

(C) UN Security Council

(D) UN Security Council and Economic and Social Council

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Rawls concept of justice is based on (MAHARASHTRA SET 2021 PAPER II)

(A) Distributive principle

(B) Agreement principle

(C) Difference principle

(D) Joint method principle

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Marx’s concept of justice demands: (MAHARASHTRA SET 2023)

(a) State regulated justice

(b) Abolition of class structure

(c) Making of just laws

(d) Placing means of production under state control

Codes:

(A) (a), (c) and (d)

(B) (a), (b), (c) and (d)

(C) (c) and (d)

(D) (b) and (d)

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The traditional concept of justice is based upon: (MAHARASHTRA SET 2023)

(A) Social

(B) Political

(C) Ethical

(D) Material or economic

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The Judges of the International Court of Justice are elected for a term of: (KERALA SET 2015 DECEMBER)

A) Five years

B) Six years

C) Seven years

D) Nine years

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John Rawl’s book Theory of Justice was published in (KERALA SET 2017 FEBRUARY)

A) 1969

B) 1970

C) 1971

D) 1972

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The jurisdiction of International Court of Justice are (KERALA SET 2017 FEBRUARY)

A) Original, Voluntary and Compulsory.

B) Voluntary, Advisory and Appellate

C) Negotiation, Advisory and Appellate

D) Voluntary, Compulsory and Advisory

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The country which recently withdrew from the International Criminal Court: (KERALA SET 2019 JULY)

A) USA

B) Syria

C) Mexico

D) The Philippines

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Numerical concept of Justice is associated with: (KERALA SET 2019 JULY)

A) Plato

B) Bentham

C) Aristotle

D) John Rawls

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The concept of ‘Distributive Justice’ was first given by: (KERALA SET 2019 JULY)

A) Plato

B) Aristotle

C) Locke

D) John Rawls

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An Ideal state, with perfect justice under philosophers as rulers, was pictured in (KERALA SET 2019 JULY)

A) Machiavelli’s ‘Prince’

B) Plato’s ‘Republic’

C) Aristotle’s ‘Politics’

D) Hobbe’s ‘Leviathan’

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The Principle of distributive justice was first propounded by (KERALA SET 2021 JULY)

A) Plato

B) John Rawls

C) Machiavelli

D) Aristotle

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John Rawl's Theory of Justice essentially aims at (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER II)

(A) Economic Justice

(B) Distributive Justice

(C) Retributive Justice

(D) Utilitarian Justice

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Justice M.B. Shah Commission is probing into (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER III)

(A) Illegal mining in Karnataka

(B) Illegal mining in Goa

(C) Illegal Sand Mafia in the country

(D) Police excesses in Maoist-infested areas

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Who among the following argued “Justice is the political good and this consists in what is of common advantage”? (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER II)

(A) Plato

(B) Aristotle

(C) John Rawls

(D) Sonats

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Rawl’s principle of distributive justice is based on the notion of (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) Merit

(B) Difference principle

(C) Equality

(D) Entitlement

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Recently ICC has issued an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and top Hamas leaders on suspicion of war crimes and crimes against humanity. Now, who is responsible to follow this order? (Current Affairs 21.05.2024)

ICC Itself

USA

UNO

Any member of the 124 member states of ICC

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Who wrote 'A Theory of Justice'? (GUJARAT SET JANUARY 2002)

(A) Nozick

(B) Rawls

(C) Habermas

(D) Plato

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Who linked the idea of distributive justice with proportionate equality to mean just rewards? (GUJARAT SET JULY 2004)

(A) Plato

(B) Aristotle

(C) John Rawls

(D) Nozick

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Who advocated the theory of Justice? (GUJARATE SET JULY 2006 PAPER II)

(A) Aristotle

(B) Plato

(C) M. K. Gandhi

(D) Cicero

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The key principle underlying Plato's conception of justice is: (GUJARAT SET 2008)

(A) Harmony

(B) Liberty

(C) Rights

(D) Equality

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Communitarians criticise liberal theories of justice for assuming that the individual self is (GUJARAT SET 2013 PAPER III)

(A) An ensemble of social relations

(B) Culturally constructed

(C) Unencumbered

(D) Gendered

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The theory of justice as fairness' does not accord a positive role to: (GUJARAT SET 2013 PAPER III)

(A) Liberty

(B) Rights

(C) Equality

(D) Utility

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Who, quoting Tucker, said 'Marxism is beyond Justice'? (GUJARAT SET 2014 PAPER II)

(A) Nozick

(B) Walzer

(C) Rawls

(D) MacIntyre

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The Rawlsian concept of justice is based on: (GUJARAT SET 2016 PAPER II)

(A) Distributive Principle

(B) Agreement Principle

(C) Difference Principle

(D) Joint Method Principle

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"For instance, it is thought that justice is equality, and so it is, though not for everybody but only for those who are equals; and it is thought that inequality is just, for so indeed it is, though not for everybody, but for those who are unequal." Who said this? (GUJARAT SET 2023)

(A) Plato

(B) Aristotle

(C) Machiavelli

(D) John Locke

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Economic justice as one of the objectives of the Indian constitution has been provided in the (University of Hyderabad MA 2016)

a. Preamble and Fundamental Rights

b. Preamble and Directive Principles

c. Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles

d. preamble, Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties

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Who is the present (2024) Chief Justice of India: (Jadavpur University B.A 2010)

a) D.Y. Chandrachud

b) S. Rajendra Babu

c) R. C. Lahoti

d) S.H. Kapadia

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The International Court of Justice is located in (Jadavpur University B.A 2016)

A. New York

B. Washington

C. Geneva

D. The Hague

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The International Court of Justice is located in (Jadavpur University B.A 2022)

i. Brussels

ii. Hague

iii. Nuremberg

iv. Geneva

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According to Socrates, justice, as a curative practice, is comparable to: (University of Hyderabad Ph.D 2019)

A. Gymnastics

B. Medicine

C. Music

D. Arithmetic

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What does Social Justice denote? (Presidency University Bachelor Degree Entrance Test 2017)

(A) Equal treatment of all citizens without any social distinction

(B) Equal distribution of wealth

(C) Equal participation of women in politics

(D) Equal employment opportunities between men and women

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_____ are distinct forms of "Justice' in the Indian Constitution. (Presidency University Bachelor Degree Entrance Test 2017)

(A) Justice, empowerment, well being

(B) Social, economic, political

(C) Social, psychological, emotional

(D) Social, educational, judicial

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The Idea of Justice is written by: (University of Hyderabad M.Phil 2019)

A. Plato

B. Amartya Sen

C. John Rawls

D. Karl Marx

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The Collegium comprised of the Chief Justice of India and the topmost four senior judges of the Supreme Court (University of Hyderabad MA 2018)

A. Fixes the salary and allowances of Judges

B. Recommends appointment of judges of Supreme Court

C. Supervises the procedure of Impeachment of judges of Supreme Court

D. Decides the dates of superannuation of Chief Justice ofIndia

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The idea of rectificatory justice is part of whose theory of justice? (JNU MA 2019)

(A) Michael Sandel

(B) Amartya Sen

(C) John Rawls

(D) Robert Nozick

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Justice Punchhi committee is related to which of the following? (JNU MA 2020)

(A) Union-State Relation

(B) District Administration

(C) Urban Governance

(D) Electoral Reform

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In John Rawls's Theory of Justice, what is the significance of the Original Position? (JNU MA 2021)

1. It is an originary moment of genesis

2. It is a thought experiment meant to ensure procedural fairness

3. It is the introduction to Rawls's book

4. It is a location on a map

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Which political theorist suggested "Justice as Mutual Advantage" (DU MA 2020)

1. Robert Nozick

2. John Rawls

3. David Gauthier

4. Ronald Dworkin

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According to Lohia, how many types of injustice and inequalities prevail in the world against which revolutions were taking place throughout? (DU MA 2020)

1. 5

2. 6

3. 8

4. 7

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In A Theory of Justice John Rawls gives lexical priority to :- (DU MA 2018)

a) Liberty Principle over Equality Principle.

b) Principle of Fair Equality of Opportunity over Principle of benefit to worst off

c) Principle of benefit to worst off over Principle of Fair Equality of Opportunity

d) Equality Principle over Liberty Principle.

1. a and d

2. a and b

3. a and c

4. b and d

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The International Court of Justice is located at (CUET PG 2023)

1. New York

2. Geneva

3. The Hague

4. Brussels

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The judges of the International Court of Justice are elected by the (CUET PG 2023)

1. General Assembly

2. Security Council

3. General Assembly and Security Council

4. General Assembly, Security Council and the Trusteeship Council

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The book authored by John Rawls on justice in international relations is (CUET PG 2023)

1. A Theory of Justice

2. Political Liberalism

3. Social Justice in a Liberal State

4. The Law of Peoples

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) founding treaty, called the Rome Statute, grants the ICC jurisdiction over the following main crimes: (TELANGANA SET 2023)

A. genocide

B. crimes against humanity

C. war crimes

D. crime of aggression

1. A, B C and D

2. A, B and C only

3. A and B only

4. A and C only

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According to Plato, justice is: (NET November 2017 Paper II)

(a) Distribution of goods and services

(b) Burdens and Benefits

(c) Punishment and retribution

(d) One man one work, one class one duty

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Rawlsian concept of justice is based on (NET June 2012 Paper III)

(a) Distributive principle

(b) Agreement principle

(c) Difference principle

(d) Joint method principle

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Decisions of International Court of Justice are binding force (NET December 2010 Paper II)

(A) for the Parties only.

(B) for all the States of World.

(C) for all members of U.N.O.

(D) for all States Parties to the Statute of the International Court of Justice.

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Assertion (A): Rawls's A Theory of Justice is a powerful, deep, subtle, wide-ranging, systematic work in political and moral philosophy

Reason (R): Political philosophers now must either work within Rawls's theory or explain why not.

(NET June 2009)

(A) Both (A) and (R) true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)

(C) (A) is true but (R) is false

(D) (A) is false but (R) is true

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"Distributive Justice is mainly concerned with distribution of honours or wealth". Who said it? (NET December 2019 Paper II)

(a) Plato

(b) Aristotle

(c) Marx

(d) Gramsci

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The Idea of Justice as fairness in Rawlsian theory flows from (NET June 2019 Paper II)

(a) Individual

(b) Society

(c) State

(d) Nation

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John Rawls in his theory of justice is influenced by: (BHU MA 2014)

(1) Bentham

(2) J. S. Mill

(3) Kant

(4) Hegel

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Justice is essentially a: (BHU MA 2015)

(1) Legal concept

(2) Moral Concept

(3) Social concept

(4) Complex concept combining all the above and other concepts

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Aristotle's theory of justice is satisfied when: (BHU MA 2015)

(1) Equals are treated equally

(2) Unequals are treated unequally

(3) Unequals re treated equally

(4) Equals are treated equally and Unequals are treated unequally

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"Justice is the interest of the stonger". Who said this? (BHU MA 2016)

(1) Cephalus

(2) Polemarchus

(3) Thrasymachus

(4) Plato

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The basis of Distributive Justice is: (BHU MA 2017)

(1) Equality and Liberty

(2) Liberty and Morality

(3) Need of Equality

(4) Merit and Need

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Who is the thinker associated with Social Justice? (BHU MA 2018)

(1) Robert Nozick

(2) F.A. Hayek

(3) Aristotle

(4) John Rawls

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Which thinker is not associated with Distributive Justice? (BHU MA 2019)

1. Rawls

2. Dworkin

3. Robert Nozick

4. F. A. Hayek

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'A Theory of Justice' was written by: (BHU MA 2019)

1. John Rawls

2. F. A. Hayek

3. C. B. Macpherson

4. Nozick

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Who defines justice as 'treating equals equally and unequals unequally"? (BIHAR PSC TIER 3)

(A) Aristotle

(B) Duguit

(C) Proudhan

(D) More than one of the above

(E) None of the above

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Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below: (NET December 2012 Paper II)

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

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Match the List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below: (NET June 2012 Paper III)

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

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Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below: (WEST BENGAL SET JANUARY 2023)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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The purpose of the 'veil of ignorance' in A Theory of Justice is to: (JNU MA 2021)

1. Prevent contractors from adopting principles of justice that unfairly advantage themselves

2. To make the decision of which principles of justice to adopt that are simpler to implement

3. To ensure that the principles of justice selected are not too complicated for people to understand

4. All of the above

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Match the following: Match List I with List II (DU MA 2020)

1. A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III

2. A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

3. A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III

4. A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III

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Match List-II with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below: (GUJARAT SET 2017 AUG PAPER II)

A

B

C

D

Major Works and Contributions

Books

"Collective Choice and Social Welfare" (1970)
- One of Sen's seminal works on welfare economics, this book explores how to aggregate individual preferences, welfare, and choices to reach collective decisions.
"Poverty and Famines: An Essay on Entitlement and Deprivation" (1981)
- Sen introduces the concept of entitlements and argues that famines occur not due to a lack of food, but because of inequalities in food distribution and access.
"Choice, Welfare and Measurement" (1982)
- A collection of essays where Sen addresses issues related to welfare economics, social choice, and individual preferences.
"Commodities and Capabilities" (1985)
- This book outlines the early foundations of the Capability Approach, focusing on the relationship between economic resources and human well-being.
"The Standard of Living" (1987)
- Based on Sen’s Tanner Lectures, this book delves into the concepts of wealth, quality of life, and the standard of living, introducing core ideas about capabilities.
"Inequality Re-examined" (1992)
- In this work, Sen critically assesses different concepts of inequality and justice, advocating for the Capability Approach as a better metric for evaluating well-being and equality.
"Development as Freedom" (1999)
- One of Sen's most famous works, this book argues that development should be seen as the expansion of people's freedoms, rather than simply economic growth. It emphasizes the role of political and social freedoms in enhancing well-being.
"Rationality and Freedom" (2002)
- Sen explores the relationship between rationality, freedom, and human decision-making, drawing from economics and philosophy.
"Identity and Violence: The Illusion of Destiny" (2006)
- This book examines the idea of identity and how it can lead to divisions and violence. Sen critiques the reductionist view of identity as a singular aspect of a person’s life.
"The Idea of Justice" (2009)
- Sen critiques traditional theories of justice (such as those by John Rawls) and argues for a comparative approach to justice, focusing on the practical realization of justice through public reasoning and capabilities.
"The Argumentative Indian" (2005)
- A collection of essays where Sen explores India's intellectual traditions and cultural diversity, emphasizing the role of argument and debate in Indian history.
"An Uncertain Glory: India and Its Contradictions" (2013) (co-authored with Jean Drèze)
- This book assesses India's development, highlighting the stark contrast between its economic growth and continuing social inequalities, with a focus on public services, education, and healthcare.
"Home in the World: A Memoir" (2021)
- Sen's memoir, where he reflects on his early life, education, and intellectual journey, including his experiences in India, England, and beyond.

104 / 112

Match the List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the code given below: (NET July 2018 Paper II)

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

105 / 112

Which of the followings is not treated as basis for Justice? (BHU MA 2015)

(1) Need

(2) Merit

(3) Desert

(4) Capability

106 / 112

"Justice is the child of fear." Who said this? (WB SET 2015 Paper III)

(A) Cephalus

(B) Thrasymachus

(C) Polemarchus

(D) Glaucon

107 / 112

Which one among the following statements is true? (NET December 2012 Paper III)

(a) Social Justice violates the principles of equality.

(b) Social Justice is derived from moral reasonableness.

(c) Social justice is a negation of justice

(d) Social justice is an instrument of political manipulation.

108 / 112

Select the correct answer from the codes given below: (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)

Assertion (A): Social justice stands for a reasonably defensible distribution of resources and opportunities.

Reason (R): Without social justice long term social co-operations unsustainable.

Codes:

(A) Both (A) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

(B) Both (A) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

(C) (A) is true, but (R) is false.

(D) (A) is false, but (R) is true.

109 / 112

Match the lists of Communitarian authors with their books and select correct answer from the codes given below: (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

110 / 112

Rawls rejects Marxism because (WB SET 2015 Paper III)

(A) it denies civil and political liberties.

(B) it is impractical.

(C) it is totalitarian.

(D) it is beyond justice.

111 / 112

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below: (NET December 2012 Paper II)

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

112 / 112

The view that there is a close relationship between justice and equality is attributed to whom? (WEST BENGAL SET JANUARY 2023)

(A) Multiculturalists

(B) Liberals

(C) Socialists

(D) Conservatives

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