The principle of equality is one that seeks to arrive at condemnation of any form of discrimination. According to MacKinnon and Fiala the principle states that it is unjust to treat people differently in ways that deny to some the social benefits unless we can prove that there is a real difference between them that is relevant to the differential treatment (MacKinnon and Fiala 292). Showing real difference means showing innate or naturally occurring differences that socialization does not influence. It further states that it is not acceptable to treat people differently on the basis of differences that we only think exist as it causes them denial to social benefits, discrimination and harm (MacKinnon and Fiala 293).
Firstly, in terms of social …show more content…
Further thought is that if everyone was to be judged individually then the government requires a test for ‘intelligent voting/ driving ability’ and that would mean significant costs involved. Another example is, in the past, the American military department put restrictions on women as being part of them with the thought of differences that exist between the various sexes in mind and that men best fit the position because of aggressiveness. However, aggression as a trait cannot rule out women as it is exhibited even amongst children. Lately, the opportunity is open to women so long as one has the required intellectual skills and meets the requirements as deemed …show more content…
While it may seem to support a greater cause such as social benefits, it equally comes with a greater cost if followed to the latter. In addition, in line with discrimination, it may seek to support help to the people affected but again one has to prove beyond doubt that discrimination is a real difference and that it warrants different treatment. The issue of inequality is common in the society, especially in terms of gender and ethnicity; the principal of equality can, thus, help to eradicate
Firstly, in terms of social …show more content…
Further thought is that if everyone was to be judged individually then the government requires a test for ‘intelligent voting/ driving ability’ and that would mean significant costs involved. Another example is, in the past, the American military department put restrictions on women as being part of them with the thought of differences that exist between the various sexes in mind and that men best fit the position because of aggressiveness. However, aggression as a trait cannot rule out women as it is exhibited even amongst children. Lately, the opportunity is open to women so long as one has the required intellectual skills and meets the requirements as deemed …show more content…
While it may seem to support a greater cause such as social benefits, it equally comes with a greater cost if followed to the latter. In addition, in line with discrimination, it may seek to support help to the people affected but again one has to prove beyond doubt that discrimination is a real difference and that it warrants different treatment. The issue of inequality is common in the society, especially in terms of gender and ethnicity; the principal of equality can, thus, help to eradicate