Moral Theories: Consequentialism

Which ethical framework primarily evaluates the morality of an action based on its outcomes?

Which document, created by the UN, is considered foundational for human rights?

According to duty-based ethics, what is the primary determinant of an action's moral worth?

Which concept of justice is concerned with fairly compensating individuals for past harms or injustices?

An international corporation is deciding whether to offshore its production to a country with lax environmental regulations, leading to significantly increased profits but also substantial ecological damage. If evaluating this decision from a purely consequentialist perspective, which factor would be the most critical?

What is the central tenet of consequentialism?

Which of the following best describes utilitarianism?

What is a key distinction between act consequentialism and rule consequentialism?

According to deontology, what primarily determines the morality of an action?

What is the essence of Kant's Categorical Imperative?

Given a scenario where telling a lie would save multiple lives, how would a strict deontologist likely respond, and why?

How might John Stuart Mill critique Jeremy Bentham's version of utilitarianism?

Consider a situation where a government implements a policy that benefits the vast majority of its citizens but infringes upon the rights of a small minority. How would act consequentialism, rule consequentialism, and deontology, respectively, evaluate this policy?

Which type of justice is concerned with how resources and advantages are fairly divided within a society?

What is the primary aim of restorative justice?

Which concept is NOT typically associated with the role and importance of justice in society?

In the context of retributive justice, what should the consequences for criminal acts be based on?

Progressive taxation, where wealthier individuals contribute more to public services, is an example of which type of justice implementation?

What is a key difference between retributive and restorative justice?

Why is justice considered essential for maintaining social order?

An approach to justice requires a willingness to engage with opposing views and consider perspectives outside of one's own cultural or social context. This aligns best with what broader ethical skill?

Which of the following scenarios most clearly demonstrates the application of restorative justice principles?

Which ethical theory primarily emphasizes the inherent rightness or wrongness of actions, irrespective of their consequences?

Imagine a society where resources are distributed based on an individual's predicted future contributions, rather than current needs or past achievements. While seemingly forward-thinking, what critical concern regarding justice does this approach potentially overlook?

According to Aristotle, what does cultivating virtue lead to?

Which of the following best describes the 'golden mean' in Aristotle's virtue ethics?

Immanuel Kant's deontological ethics is most strongly associated with what principle?

Which of the following actions would most likely be supported by a consequentialist?

How does virtue ethics differ from both consequentialism and deontology?

Which moral theory would place the least emphasis on adherence to a strict set of rules?

Consider a scenario where a person must choose between telling a lie to save a life or telling the truth and allowing someone to be harmed. How might a deontologist and a consequentialist differ in their approaches?

A judge presiding over a case must decide whether to issue a harsh sentence to a criminal to deter others from committing similar crimes. How might a virtue ethicist approach this decision?

Imagine a complex ethical dilemma where adhering to one moral duty (as understood through deontology) inevitably leads to a negative outcome that severely impacts overall well-being. How would a strict Kantian deontologist likely navigate this situation, and what potential criticisms might be raised against their approach?

Which of the following best describes the core principle of social justice?

According to the principles outlined, what document fundamentally defines basic human rights on a global scale?

Which of the following actions violates the right to liberty and security?

The right to a fair trial includes the right to:

Which scenario exemplifies a violation of the right to equality before the law?

A country enacts a law that prevents citizens from criticizing the government. Which human right does this law directly violate?

Which situation below BEST represents a violation of the right to privacy?

In a society where certain ethnic groups are deliberately denied access to higher education, which of the following rights is being most directly violated?

A group of workers attempts to organize a union to negotiate for better wages and working conditions, but their employer threatens to fire them if they proceed. Which right is being violated?

A government passes a law requiring all citizens to vote in elections, but imposes a significant fine for not voting that disproportionately affects low-income individuals, effectively preventing them from exercising their right to vote. Which right is most compromised by this legislation, considering its de facto impact?