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The Idea of Justice
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The Idea of Justice

By Amartya Sen

Law · Book
PublisherHarvard University Press
LanguageEnglish
TypeBook
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Why We Recommend It

The Idea of Justice offers a profound and influential examination of justice, equality, and human freedom, challenging traditional approaches that focus primarily on the design of ideal institutions. Drawing upon philosophy, economics, and political theory, Nobel laureate Amartya Sen argues that justice should be assessed through the actual lives people are able to lead and the practical elimination of identifiable injustices. His comparative approach highlights the importance of public reasoning, democratic participation, and individual capabilities in creating fairer societies. Qvorvm recommends this distinguished work to legal professionals, policymakers, scholars, and international leaders interested in human rights, institutional responsibility, social justice, and sustainable human development.

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