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Topic: Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world.
7. In ethical decision making the three basic principles of intuitionism, moral idealism and utilitarianism can be used for resolution of problem. Comment. (150 word)
Difficulty level: Tough
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Philosophical Mondays’ in Mission-2022 Secure.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the role of intuitionism, moral idealism and utilitarianism in ethical decision making.
Directive:
Comment– here we must express our knowledge and understanding of the issue and form an overall opinion thereupon.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by explaining ethical decision making.
Body:
First, write about intuitionism in ethical decision making – decision maker’s ability to perceive a moral issue that is provided by knowledge stored in long-term memory.
Next, write about moral idealism in ethical decision making – judgments based on ethical principles and that the right actions will lead to expected results.
Next, write about utilitarianism in ethical decision making – maximum good for the maximum people.
Conclusion:
Comment with a balanced opinion regarding ethical decision making.
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