Rawls' veil of ignorance creates fair rules
Philosopher John Rawls proposed the 'veil of ignorance' thought experiment, where societal rules are designed without knowing one's own status, ensuring fair principles that protect the least advantaged.
Imagine designing society's rules without knowing your own wealth, race, or gender. This is the 'veil of ignorance,' a thought experiment by philosopher John Rawls in his 1971 book, A Theory of Justice. By removing personal biases, people would create principles that protect everyone, especially the most vulnerable.
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