John Rawls suggested that in making decisions of distributive justice, one should examine the situation behind a "veil of ignorance" so that no one would be able to design principles to favour his or her own particular condition. This idea supports a political philosophy for which Rawls was a proponent. What is that political philosophy called?

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Rawls' idea of the "veil of ignorance" supports the political philosophy of egalitarianism, which holds that all individuals should have an equal opportunity to achieve success and have basic needs met. Utilitarianism emphasizes maximizing happiness for the greatest number, communitarianism emphasizes shared values and cultural norms, and libertarianism emphasizes individual freedom and minimal government intervention.

John Rawls Suggested That in Making Decisions of Distributive Justice