Understanding Deontology Theory

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Who is the proponent of Deontology?

Jeremy Bentham

Immanuel Kant (correct)

John Stuart Mill

Aristotle

What distinguishes Deontology from consequentialism?

Emphasizes consequences

Focus on virtues

Considers actions as 'good'

Evaluates actions based on duty (correct)

Which of Kant's works popularized Deontology?

Critique of Pure Reason

Critique of Judgement

Groundwork Towards Metaphysics of Morals (correct)

Utilitarianism

What concept does Deontology's categorical imperative emphasize?

Duty Signup and view all the answers

How does Deontology differ from Virtue Ethics?

Emphasis on virtues Signup and view all the answers

According to Immanuel Kant, what is the key factor in determining the morality of an action?

The inner motive behind the action Signup and view all the answers

What does Kant's concept of 'autonomy' refer to in the context of ethics?

Exercising reason and deciding independently Signup and view all the answers

Why does Kant argue that 'White Lies' are never permissible?

Because lying is always morally wrong Signup and view all the answers

In Kant's ethics, what does 'Categorical Imperative' suggest one should act based on?

Moral duty and universal laws Signup and view all the answers

What is the central idea behind Kant's philosophy of ethics?

Doing good because it is good, regardless of external consequences Signup and view all the answers

Understanding Deontology Theory

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Who is the proponent of Deontology?

What distinguishes Deontology from consequentialism?

Which of Kant's works popularized Deontology?

What concept does Deontology's categorical imperative emphasize?

How does Deontology differ from Virtue Ethics?

According to Immanuel Kant, what is the key factor in determining the morality of an action?

What does Kant's concept of 'autonomy' refer to in the context of ethics?

Why does Kant argue that 'White Lies' are never permissible?

In Kant's ethics, what does 'Categorical Imperative' suggest one should act based on?

What is the central idea behind Kant's philosophy of ethics?

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