Introduction Flashcards
What ethics is Kant based on ?
Deontological ethics
What is deontological ethics ?
Duty based
What is Kant ethical theory based on ?
All about moral duty and ethical obligation to always be fulfilling
What do human beings need in all areas of life ?
Need discipline in all areas of life
Extent of duty for kant ?
Strict duty
What is strict duty based on ?
Ethical theory all about fulfilling categorical imperatives in every single situations
What is strict duty of ethical theory is all about us fulfilling what ?
Categorical imperative in every situation
Categorical imperative is used in every single situation by finding out what ?
By finding out If :
- can be universalised
- treat people as ends
- legislative rule in kingdom of end
What did Kant not care about ?
Situation or consequences
What did Kant care about ?
Good will and do your duty and life in accordance to categorical imperative