Ethics Flashcards

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Two types of ethics

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Subjective and objective

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Describe subjective

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When morality is based on personal opinion

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Describe objective approaches to ethics

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When morality is based on external , impartial set of values /rules

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What is the source of the religious objective guidance for observant Hindus ?

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Holy books esp the Mahabharat, and the Bhagavad Gita

Yamas and niyamas

Dharma

Gurus , sadhus and monks who follow the teachings of the vedas

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5
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Where does Krishna live ?

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1 everywhere as Brahman
2 In the heart of every living being as Paramatma
3 In the spiritual world as Bhagavan

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What is ethics

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Ethics is a system of moral values. These affect how people make decisions and lead their lives.
Ethics looks at what is good for society

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7
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What is morality

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Actions that relate to what is right and what is wrong

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Describe the different types of moral acts

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A moral act
Showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong

An immoral act
An act considered to be wrong

An amoral act
An act considered to be right

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9
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What is a moral dilemma

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Is a situation in which you have to choose between 2 equally different or unpleasant alternatives

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