1. Should notions of liberty be limited to non-interference?
2. What is the value of freedom?
3. What is the most appropriate model of autonomy?
4. If we are egalitarians, what sort of equality should we aim for?
5. EITHER: a) Does ‘levelling down’ pose a problem for egalitarians?
OR: b) ‘According to Rawls’ difference principle, interpersonal
differences in talents are appropriate bases for redistribution.
Therefore Mozart should have compensated Salieri for his inferior
musical talents.’ Discuss.
6. Could a hypothetical contract generate an obligation to obey the state?
7. EITHER: a) Is anarchism a plausible political philosophy?
OR: b) What is Nozick’s argument for the evolution of a just ultraminimal state? Is it sound?
8. ‘Democracy is good only in so far as it leads to good outcomes.’
Discuss.
9. What is the importance of deliberation in democratic decision-making?
10.Is the ‘paradox of democracy’ really a paradox?