A Philosopher Who Has Developed a New Theory of Justice Advocating the Capabilities Approach
Dr Nussbaum introduced the notion of incorporating human capabilities (what each person is able to do or be) into the criteria for social justice, beyond the conventional theory of equality based on a social contract among rational individuals. She established a new theory of justice that ensures the inclusion of the weak and marginalized, who are deprived of opportunities to develop their capabilities in society, and has proposed ways to apply this theory in the real world.
Kyoto Prize award category: Arts and Philosophy - Thought and Ethics