Key Ethical Concepts (EXAMPLE)

Cultural Relativism

Arranged marriages are viewed as a way to ensure social stability rather than a denial of individual choice

Moral Subjectivism

A person who believes that life begins at conception may view abortion as morally wrong. In contrast, someone who values bodily autonomy and believes life begins at birth may view it as morally permissible.

Divine Command Theory

The Bible states that killing is wrong; therefore, it is wrong.

Natural Law Theory

Laws against murder because it violates fundamental principles

Ethical Egoism

When individuals speak up about wrongdoings due to their beliefs or values, these people are advocating for what they believe to be right

Psychological Egoism

A person stops to help someone with a broken-down car because they will feel distressed if they don't

Utilitarianism

A judge could choose to punish an innocent person to prevent riots and deaths that would result if the person were not convicted.

Nihilism

Murder isn’t truly wrong, it’s just something society tells us is wrong. (Moral)