Journal of Jishou University(Social Sciences) ›› 2000, Vol. 21 ›› Issue (3): 17-20.

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On the Difference Principle of Rawls

  

  1. ( 1.Middle School of Zhuzhou Smeltery, Zhuzhou, Hunan 412004;2. Department of Philosophy of Huadong Normal University, Shanghai 200062)
  • Online:2000-09-01 Published:2012-11-02

Abstract: The Difference Principle is one of Rawls' two principles of justice.He tries to overcome the present unequal situation by using the Difference Principle. But in fact, it hardly works. This paper intends to inquire into the principle from its theoretical base, its value tendency and its ways for practice.

Key words: Rawls, the di fference principle, the theory of justice

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