What is the meaning of justice?

noun

  • The quality of being just or fair.
  • Judgment involved in the determination of rights and the assignment of rewards and punishments.
  • A public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice.
  • The United States federal department responsible for enforcing federal laws (including the enforcement of all civil rights legislation); created in 1870.
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