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Jacob Smith
on Nov 10, 2024Verified
John Locke's theory of the social contract anticipates Karl Marx in its sensitivity to the need for distributive justice.
Social Contract
An agreement, tacit or explicit, between all members of society, in which each citizen gives up certain rights and privileges in return for the protection and mutual advantage of society.
Distributive Justice
The concept concerning the fair allocation of resources among diverse members of a community.
- Acquire knowledge of the diverse theories related to the social contract and their impact on social organization.
- Examine the rationale behind distributive justice and its application within different societies.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of the diverse theories related to the social contract and their impact on social organization.
- Examine the rationale behind distributive justice and its application within different societies.