Responsibility, Conduct, and Ethical Theories Explained
Responsibility and Conscious Actions
Are we responsible for everything we do? Explain. We are responsible for the actions that we do consciously and voluntarily. Responsibility means that we must face the consequences and repair the damage.
Difference Between Conduct and Actions
What is the difference between conduct and actions? Which faculties are involved in human action? Conduct is a natural behavior driven by instincts. Animals hunt, and this is part of their conduct. Action is a complex behavior that is intentional because it is aimed to achieve an objective. In action, we use intelligence, freedom, and will.
Sartre’s Concept of Freedom
What did Sartre mean when he said that ‘we are condemned to be free’? He means that human beings always have to make decisions. We are always deciding what to do.
Understanding Utilitarianism
What is utilitarianism? Explain with examples. Utilitarianism is an ethical theory that guides behavior. The morally correct decision is the one that makes as many people happy as possible. We have to maximize utility, which is the global amount of happiness or pleasure we need to calculate to determine the right course of action. John Stuart Mill defended utilitarianism.
Ethical Theories Comparison
What is the difference between a consequentialist ethical theory and a deontologist ethical theory? Explain with examples. A consequentialist ethical theory considers the consequences of actions. For example, utilitarianism is a consequentialist theory. Mill was a consequentialist philosopher. Deontological theories emphasize the importance of fulfilling one’s duty, with consequences being less important. Kant was a deontologist philosopher.