"The Idea of Justice" Quiz
Amartya Sen explores the complex concept of justice and its application to real-world issues.
philosophy | 467 pages | Published in 2009
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- What is the central argument of 'The Idea of Justice' by Amartya Sen?
- How does Sen define justice in the context of his book?
- What are the main criticisms of traditional theories of justice that Sen addresses?
- What is the importance of public reasoning in Sen's concept of justice?
- How does Sen incorporate the capability approach into his theory of justice?
- Discuss the role of social choice theory in 'The Idea of Justice.'
- What are the implications of Sen's theory of justice for policy-making and governance?
- How does Sen address the issue of global justice in his book?
- Compare and contrast Sen's approach to justice with other prominent theories, such as Rawlsian justice or utilitarianism.
- Examine the role of justice in addressing social inequalities and promoting well-being according to Sen's perspective.
