Law 3101A/B Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Categorical Imperative, Egalitarianism, Abortion Debate
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Egalitarianism = equalitarianism, having equal rights for all human beings. And is associated it with marxism or socialism. Kant"s categorical imperative, a recognition of equal freedom for all rational human beings forms the sole principle of fundamental human rights. Notions of equality also oscillate between recognition and redistribution, a right to be among equals and a right to an equal share. Political rights aren"t only about recognition, but in fact distribute political power, or agency. A constitutional right to equality may address specific inequalities (discrimination of color, race etc. ). In international customary law, equality is not explicitly guaranteed. Eu treaty references international human rights law and emphasizes sex equality. And some general clauses often also institute inequalities. Equality may be simultaneously guaranteed and limited in constitutional and human rights law; the supreme law of the land may thus promise equality but also entrench inequality and institutionalize discrimination.
