outcome purely a function of the amount of wellbeing (utility) it contains, or do other factors also matter in themselves? How, exactly, does equality matter? The assessment of the goodness of an outcome depends not only on the amount of wellbeing contained, but also the presence of equality. I will argue that telic egalitarianism fails to capture the value of equality given the force of the levelling down objection. Furthermore, deontic egalitarianism is rejected because it requires an abandonment of
Many issues were raised by Dr. Leonel Lim pertaining to the concept of meritocracy such as the tension between its elements of egalitarianism and elitism, which has in turn scrutinized the discursive potency and relevance of meritocracy’s egalitarian promises (Lim, 2013) and the continued legitimacy of elitism in the society. (Wong, 2013) With this in mind, how do we reconcile the apparent contradictions between meritocracy’s egalitarian and elitist strands, on the need for re-working the ideology
Application of the Doctrine of Equality in the Charter of Canadian Constitution: A Critical Analysis Abstract This paper examines critically the application of the Doctrine of Equality in the charter of Canadian Constitution that how this concept has been accommodated and applied in relation to rule of law, good governance and human rights. In doing so the land mark cases of Canada will be given as reference. The constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people; it is
on modern justice as a whole. He suggests equality as a standard for justice. While equality is the minimum that a person deserves, the scenario that Rose illustrates in Twelve Angry Men shows that sometimes people do not receive that minimum. The lack of equality brings about other elements of justice to make up for and build upon it. Equality seems to spur the pursuit of justice, while raising the ever perplexing question of: what is justice? Equality is supposed to be the essence of justice,
on precedence allows for justice, principles of the rule of law to be enforced and the features found within the rule of law pyramid to be represented along with the process of how laws are made. A case that follows precedence forms the base of justice. Justice is fairness and equality, where all are equal before the law. Precedence allows for all to have access to justice because that way a committed crime
the Rule of Law The rule of law means different things to different people. The meaning of the rule of law is a state of order in which events conform to the law. The rule of law often is stated to be one of the fundamental doctrines of principle of the UKconstitutional. Generally it has been seen as a characteristic feature of western liberal democracies. A widely-assumed meaning of the "rule of law" is that of peaceful resolution of disputes within the citizenry based on law rather than
administration are free from interference from outside sources. This principle is important for obvious reasons. For example, if a judge is under the influence of a Minister of government during a trial, this creates an unfair case and goes against the Rule of Law, as well as infringing the accused’s fundamental human rights. Judicial independence is achieved by upholding four main principles . The first of these is the appointment and dismissal of judges. There must be a clear division between who appoints judges
legal theory purses to deliver how the law played a role in women’s previous lower ranked status and focuses on changing women’s previous status by a revising of the law and taking alternate approaches towards sex and gender. Last but not least Professor Nicola Lacey’s “general principle” supports what the purpose of feminist legal theory is. Professor Nicola Lacey talks about gendered assumptions present in the general principle, in other word saying that the laws are very extensive and results in undetailed
Could equality end Disobedience? A just society is a dream that would be very hard for all humans to achieve with making everyone happy. To make the dream possible, the most important element of a just society is equality for the people. Equality means all people have the same rights and equal opportunity, education, and political rights. Out of all of the book we have read throughout the semester, Antigone, “Civil disobedience”, and “An Ideal for which I am prepared to die”, all had the same themes
handicapper or mask due to so-called “equality”. The idea of equality in this story is defined by the government who tries to create a total equality society in every way. In other words, all human-being is not only mentally but also physically equal to each other in order to ensure the message that nobody is better than another. Therefore, “normal” people with clumsy and ugliness would be regarding as the standard or model of “abnormal” people . The idea of total equality in this story is wrong, it is
In the 21st century, justice and equality should not be two topics that Americans have a hard time recognizing. Americans should all feel like they are being treated the same, and that there is no more privileged group. Instead of prejudice and hatred, they expect to receive equal treatment and fairness through any situation. Unfortunately, this is not the case and the world is suffering from a dilemma because many feel that Caucasians are able to get away with crimes that African Americans are not
was born on February 12, 1809 in Hardin County, Kentucky (Abraham Lincoln). His schooling was cut short so he could work to help support his family (Abraham Lincoln). Later in life, he ran for the Senate and lost twice before winning it (Abraham Lincoln). Lincoln taught himself law, but never got a college degree (history.com). He and Mary Todd got married in 1842 (history.com). Lincoln served as President from March 4, 1861 to April 15, 1865 when he was assassinated(3). He was the sixteenth President
century, the United States didn’t have as much freedom, equality, protection from the government, and freedom of speech. The United States showed a highly discrimination on race, gender, religion, and disability status. Numerous people for example, African Americans were treated unequal than the white individuals due to race. The white individuals have more power than the African Americans because they were more interested in protecting the laws that makes them more powerful. In contrast, African Americans
explored racial equality through the South African laws and government. These laws led to multiple violent encounters between South African people and their leaders, and caused trade to be cut from South Africa. Segregation in South Africa changed millions of people's lives including Nelson Mandela. The
is creating gender equality. North America would not be a better place if women were the only ones to be in charge of North America, for this would just perpetuate the gender inequality for men creating gender chaos. North America makes both women and men equal because of our laws. Section 15 of Canada’s Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, states that every individual in Canada is equal before and under the law and also has the right to equal benefit and protection of the law without any discrimination
stands for gender equality. Article 44 of Constitution of India provides for UCC for all citizens and says that the State shall endeavor to secure for all citizens a Uniform Civil Code. But this idea is still a dead letter. Women who make up half of India are still fighting for gender just code to enjoy equality and justice irrespective of their personal laws. That is why UCC is needed not only to provide uniformity of laws between all communities but also uniformity to provide equality between men and
pleading for equality. Ranging from physical looks to one’s intelligence, it seems that people are continually unsatisfied with themselves when compared to others. However, there is one boy who refuses to conform to the laws set in place by the Handicapper General. Harrison Bergeron is that boy. The story tells of his capture, rebellion, and his demise due to breaking free from the laws of equality. In whole, Kurt Vonnegut wants his readers to assess the issue of equality in society before the made up
From the beginning of the nations history, America has gone through many trials to develop the idea of equality. Just like people have to go through trials to develop their character, America had to as well. Had these events not occurred, America would not have developed its principles it was founded upon. Throughout centuries, America has shown development from events that showed both equality and inequality (thesis). During the Revolutionary period, Thomas Jefferson in the Declaration of Independence
as a religion mandates justice and equality. Unfortunately, nowadays Islam being a factor of discrimination against women is endless. For example, many Muslim countries like Jordan put reservations on some articles of CEDAW, which establish women’s rights in child marriage, marriage in general, divorce, guardianship, custody and the ability to pass nationality to foreign spouses and/or children, because it contradicts with Islam. They argue that those Islamic laws cannot be changed because they are
In the book Anthem, by Ayn Rand, Equality-72521 stood alone from the crowd of mindless slaves, and was frowned upon. I think that Equality is right to denounce his leaders because of the secrets that this society has kept from everyone, and the fact that he cannot live a life of freedom and individualism. I also believe that Equality-72521 would fully agree with Rand’s short essay, How Does one Lead a Rational Life in an Irrational Society. The society that equality lives in is full of mysteries and