Explain the concept of entitlement in distributive justice.

Explain the concept of entitlement in distributive justice.

The concept of entitlement in distributive justice refers to the idea that individuals have a rightful claim or ownership over certain goods or resources. It suggests that individuals are entitled to receive a fair share of these goods or resources based on various factors such as their contributions, needs, or merit. Entitlement theory, proposed by Robert Nozick, argues that individuals are entitled to the fruits of their labor and voluntary exchanges, and any redistribution of resources would be unjust unless it is done with the consent of the entitled individuals. In this view, entitlement is closely tied to the principles of individual liberty and property rights.