Ethical Theories Quiz
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What does legal ethics refer to?

  • Ethical responsibilities in non-legal professions
  • Laws specifically designed for legal professionals
  • Religious guidelines for legal professionals
  • Moral principles and standards governing the behaviour of legal professionals (correct)

    • How does ethics differ from morality?

  • Ethics and morality are interchangeable terms
  • Ethics involves systematic and objective principles guiding behaviour within a specific profession or context, while morality relates to personal beliefs about right and wrong (correct)
  • Morality involves systematic and objective principles guiding behaviour within a specific profession or context, while ethics relates to personal beliefs about right and wrong
  • Morality relates to a specific profession or context, while ethics is universal

    • What is the 'Death of God' in ethical terms?

  • A crisis in moral authority due to excessive religious influence
  • A decline in the number of religious individuals
  • An increase in religious influence in modern society
  • A challenge in grounding moral values and principles without a divine or religious basis (correct)

    • What does relativism propose?

    <p>Morality is not universal and ethical truths depend on the individuals or groups holding them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of ethical leadership in governance?

    <p>Maximizing profits within ethical boundaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are considered indirect stakeholders in a project?

    <p>Customers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of technology in governance?

    <p>Technology contributes to environmental considerations in governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between primary and secondary stakeholders?

    <p>Primary stakeholders contribute to projects at a lower, general level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key focus area of CSR?

    <p>Employee engagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of ESG metrics?

    <p>Measuring sustainability and ethical impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reporting framework is associated with sustainability reporting?

    <p>GRI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aim of corporate compliance programs?

    <p>Safeguarding reputation and limiting risk exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of ESG compliance?

    <p>Mitigating risks and ensuring long-term growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to egoism, what justifies all actions?

    <p>Individual self-interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Utilitarianism deem as right actions?

    <p>Actions that promote happiness or pleasure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Kant's Categorical Imperative promote?

    <p>Acting based on principles that could be universally applied</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the cons of Kant's theory?

    <p>Rigidity, neglect of outcomes, difficult application, and lack of emotion and compassion in decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of corruption mentioned in the text?

    <p>Public servants demanding money for services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the causes and consequences of corruption as per the text?

    <p>Lack of transparency and erosion of trust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legal framework exists to combat corruption according to the text?

    <p>National and international legal frameworks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of legal associations, such as bar councils, as per the text?

    <p>Establishing ethical standards and overseeing conduct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethical theory emphasizes the development of virtuous character in ethical decision-making?

    <p>Aristotle's virtue ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethical theory focuses on the concept of 'Eudaimonia' as true happiness found in living a life of virtue?

    <p>Aristotle's virtue ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethical theory is criticized for overemphasizing individual autonomy and neglecting the significance of community and relationships in ethical considerations?

    <p>Kant's theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethical theory proposes the 'Golden Mean' to find the desirable middle ground between extremes of a trait, promoting balance in virtuous actions?

    <p>Aristotle's virtue ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ethical Theories: Kant, Rawls, and Aristotle

    • Kant's theory overemphasizes individual autonomy, neglecting the significance of community and relationships in ethical considerations.
    • Rawls' "original position" and "veil of ignorance" help in determining just principles for society without bias towards personal characteristics or societal position.
    • Rawls' two principles of justice include equal basic liberties and justifiable social and economic inequalities that benefit the least advantaged.
    • Pros of Rawls' theory: emphasizes fairness, impartiality, human rights, social safety nets, and democratic values.
    • Cons of Rawls' theory: feasibility, acceptance of economic inequality, lack of incentive, cultural variability, and overemphasis on liberty.
    • Aristotle's virtue ethics prioritizes the development of virtuous character in ethical decision-making.
    • "Eudaimonia" is Aristotle's concept of true happiness found in living a life of virtue.
    • Virtues, such as courage and justice, are developed through practice and habit, not innate.
    • The "Golden Mean" proposes finding the desirable middle ground between extremes of a trait, promoting balance in virtuous actions.
    • Pros of virtue ethics: focuses on character, is practical and holistic, promotes personal wellbeing, is flexible and contextual, and encourages moral development.
    • Kant's theory, Rawls' principles, and Aristotle's virtue ethics present distinct ethical frameworks with their own strengths and limitations.
    • Each theory offers unique perspectives on autonomy, justice, and character development in ethical decision-making.

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    Explore the ethical theories of Kant, Rawls, and Aristotle with this quiz. Learn about their unique perspectives on autonomy, justice, and character development in ethical decision-making. Understand the strengths and limitations of each theory, and delve into concepts like the "Golden Mean" and "Eudaimonia" as you test your knowledge of these influential ethical frameworks.

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