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| Utilitarianism is an ethical theory that proposes actions are right if they benefit the majority, aiming to maximize happiness and reduce suffering. Founded by Jeremy Bentham and further developed by John Stuart Mill, it evaluates the morality of actions based on their outcomes, embodying the principle of "the greatest good for the greatest number." | |||
| Author | Item | More authors for concept | |
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| Utilitarianism | Climate Change | Climate Change | |
| Utilitarianism | Discrimination | Discrimination | |
| Utilitarianism | Distributive Justice | Distributive Justice | |
| Utilitarianism | Markets | Markets | |
| Utilitarianism | Rights | Rights | |
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Ed. Martin Schulz, access date 2024-09-13 | |||
