Ethical Relativism and Moral Principles

These flashcards cover key concepts related to Ethical Relativism and discussions around moral principles as presented in the lecture notes.

Ethical (or moral) Relativism

The view that moral rightness is related to acts and a specified group; it implies that morals are not universally applicable.

Premise of Ethical Relativism

The argument that people genuinely disagree over moral principles, suggesting that morals vary across different cultures.

Genuine Disagreement

A true conflict in moral principles where differing viewpoints exist, supporting the idea that morals are relative.

Conflict in Moral Judgements

The occurrence when various cultures hold competing moral views, demonstrating the relativity of moral standards.

Moral Principles

Standards that govern behavior, which can vary depending on cultural and societal contexts.

Moral Rightness

A concept that is not absolute but is defined through relationships between actions and specific groups.

Standard in Grading

The idea that grades should not solely define abilities; there should be an objective standard for assessment.