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Justice and Fairness in Society

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of justice and fairness in society, covering concepts such as equality, equity, and the distribution of resources.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which principle of justice emphasizes the equal distribution of resources among individuals, regardless of their circumstances?

  1. Distributive Justice

  2. Retributive Justice

  3. Restorative Justice

  4. Procedural Justice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Distributive justice focuses on the fair allocation of resources and benefits within a society, aiming to ensure that everyone has an equal share.

What is the primary goal of retributive justice?

  1. Rehabilitation of the offender

  2. Reparation for the victim

  3. Punishment of the offender

  4. Prevention of future crimes


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Retributive justice seeks to punish the offender for their wrongdoing, with the belief that punishment is deserved and serves as retribution for the harm caused.

Which type of justice aims to restore the harm caused by a crime and promote healing for both the victim and the offender?

  1. Distributive Justice

  2. Retributive Justice

  3. Restorative Justice

  4. Procedural Justice


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Restorative justice focuses on repairing the harm caused by a crime through dialogue, mediation, and community involvement, with the goal of restoring relationships and promoting healing.

What is the key principle of procedural justice?

  1. Equal treatment under the law

  2. Fair and impartial decision-making

  3. Transparency and accountability in legal processes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Procedural justice encompasses the principles of equal treatment, fair decision-making, transparency, and accountability in legal and administrative processes.

In the context of social justice, what does the term 'intersectionality' refer to?

  1. The overlapping and interconnected nature of social identities and experiences

  2. The discrimination faced by individuals based on a single social identity

  3. The systemic and institutional barriers faced by marginalized groups

  4. The promotion of equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their social identities


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Intersectionality recognizes that individuals can experience multiple forms of discrimination and oppression based on their intersecting social identities, such as race, gender, class, and sexual orientation.

Which principle of justice emphasizes the importance of fairness and impartiality in decision-making?

  1. Distributive Justice

  2. Retributive Justice

  3. Restorative Justice

  4. Procedural Justice


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Procedural justice focuses on the fairness and impartiality of the processes and procedures used to make decisions, ensuring that everyone is treated equally and has a voice.

What is the primary goal of distributive justice?

  1. Punishment of the offender

  2. Reparation for the victim

  3. Rehabilitation of the offender

  4. Fair distribution of resources and benefits


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Distributive justice aims to ensure that resources and benefits are distributed fairly and equitably among individuals and groups in society.

Which type of justice seeks to address the underlying causes of crime and promote social change?

  1. Distributive Justice

  2. Retributive Justice

  3. Restorative Justice

  4. Transformative Justice


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Transformative justice focuses on addressing the root causes of crime and promoting social change by empowering communities to develop alternative approaches to justice that prioritize healing, accountability, and prevention.

What is the principle of equity often associated with?

  1. Equal treatment under the law

  2. Fair and impartial decision-making

  3. Transparency and accountability in legal processes

  4. Addressing historical and systemic injustices


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Equity aims to address historical and systemic injustices by providing tailored support and resources to marginalized groups to ensure equal opportunities and outcomes.

Which principle of justice emphasizes the importance of individual autonomy and the right to make choices?

  1. Distributive Justice

  2. Retributive Justice

  3. Restorative Justice

  4. Libertarian Justice


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Libertarian justice prioritizes individual liberty and autonomy, advocating for minimal government intervention and emphasizing the rights of individuals to make choices without interference.

What is the primary goal of restorative justice?

  1. Punishment of the offender

  2. Reparation for the victim

  3. Rehabilitation of the offender

  4. Healing and reconciliation between the victim and the offender


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Restorative justice aims to promote healing and reconciliation between the victim and the offender through dialogue, mediation, and community involvement.

Which type of justice seeks to hold individuals accountable for their actions and deter future crimes?

  1. Distributive Justice

  2. Retributive Justice

  3. Restorative Justice

  4. Procedural Justice


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Retributive justice focuses on holding individuals accountable for their actions and deterring future crimes through punishment.

What is the principle of distributive justice often associated with?

  1. Equal treatment under the law

  2. Fair and impartial decision-making

  3. Transparency and accountability in legal processes

  4. Fair distribution of resources and benefits


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Distributive justice emphasizes the fair and equitable distribution of resources and benefits among individuals and groups in society.

Which principle of justice emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in legal and administrative processes?

  1. Distributive Justice

  2. Retributive Justice

  3. Restorative Justice

  4. Procedural Justice


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Procedural justice focuses on transparency and accountability in legal and administrative processes, ensuring that decisions are made fairly and impartially.

What is the primary goal of transformative justice?

  1. Punishment of the offender

  2. Reparation for the victim

  3. Rehabilitation of the offender

  4. Addressing the root causes of crime and promoting social change


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Transformative justice seeks to address the root causes of crime and promote social change by empowering communities to develop alternative approaches to justice that prioritize healing, accountability, and prevention.

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