What is Rawls's device for ensuring that individuals do not know what their position in society will be?
A) The original position
B) The social contract
C) The veil of ignorance
D) Reflexive equilibrium

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Rawls's device for ensuring that individuals do not know what their position in society will be is called the veil of ignorance. This means that people behind the veil of ignorance do not know their social class, their natural abilities, their talents or even their gender and race. This allows for a fair and impartial selection of principles to govern society as people would choose principles that benefit everyone equally, regardless of their personal circumstances.

What Is Rawls's Device for Ensuring That Individuals Do Not