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Whenever we think of treating everyone equally, we automatically think it equals fair treatment. ... Just because everyone is treated equally, it does not mean that it is fair. Since everyone’s situation is different and no one is exactly the same we cannot assume that treating everyone equally is the same as treating them fairly. ... It is these differences, which effect fairness when treating everyone as a whole instead of breaking each situation down into separate and unique cases. Therefore treating people fairly does not necessarily mean treating everyone equally.
Fairness is a desirable state that is ultimately required in order to preserve dignity and freedom in society. We show fairness when we follow and play by the rules of the game, when we abide by the laws and when we accord equal rights to others. But fairness does not mean treating everyone equally, because everyone is different. ... Consequently, one could argue that fairness can mean treating everyone equally with regard to particular issues, opportunities and concerns. For example, the law is a set of rules, which apply to everyone no matter what their differences are. ... However, when it comes down to understanding equality, we often find that it is about the application of fairness on an individual basis instead of treating everyone as a whole.
Approximate Word count = 1002
Approximate Pages = 4
(250 words per page double spaced)
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