Class 11th Political Science: Social Justice

Introduction

• Subject: Class 11th Political Science chapter, Social Justice
• Book: Political Theory
• Main Topic: Social Justice
• Other Related Topics: Freedom, Equality

Importance of Social Justice

• Need for Justice in Society:
  • Every individual requires justice.
  • Importance of justice at the social level.
• Relation with Freedom and Equality:
  • The importance of justice increases due to its connection with the principles of freedom and equality.

Principles of Social Justice

• Multi-Dimensional Definition of Justice:
  • Justice should not be understood as limited only to the court.
  • Importance of justice in every field.
• Need for Social Justice:
  • Assurance of justice for every individual in society.
  • Comparison of justice to love, everyone needs it.

Importance of Justice

• At Personal Level:
  • Need for familial and social justice.
• In Political Theory:
  • Study of ideas related to social and economic life.

Concerns of Justice

• Lack of Justice in Society:
  • Justice is reduced due to various inequalities.
  • Proper application of justice and equality.

Types of Justice

• Equal Treatment for Equals:
  • Equal treatment for equality.
• Proportionate Justice:
  • Justice according to effort and contribution.
• Identification of Special Needs:
  • Special justice for people with special needs.

John Rawls' Theory of Justice

• Original Position and Veil of Ignorance:
  • Humans must keep their identity unknown before decision-making.
• Fairness:
  • Decisions will be made considering the first position.

Policy for Social Justice

• Free Market and State Intervention:
  • Promoting competition in the free market.
  • Role of government: Ensuring basic minimum conditions.

Conclusion

• Balance of Free Market and State Intervention:
  • Correct justice is possible only through coordination between the two.
  • Importance of negotiation and debate in politics.

Notes

• Deep understanding of the subject of Political Theory is necessary.
• Need to study thinkers and their theories in the future.
• Knowledge of various ideologies is essential to understand and implement social justice.

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These notes can assist in understanding the chapter on social justice in Class 11th Political Science. They present all the important points in a concise manner.