Ethical Systems - created from Mind Map

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Virtue Ethic

  

Virtue ethics emphasizes character and virtues above

actions. People strive for purity and make choices based on them under this

system. Honesty, integrity, and justice may be ethical in criminal justice (Pollock,

2021).

  A good example of this would be someone who returns a lost wallet with honesty as a matter of principle.

Ethic of Care

  

Relationships and moral obligations are emphasized instead of autonomy and rules. It

requires empathy for others, particularly vulnerable ones. Criminal justice

decisions may include victims, criminals, and communities' well-being.

Ex: Rather than buying your child an additional toy, you should donate money to an organization devoted to helping disadvantaged children worldwide.  The ethics of care - YouTube

Utilitarian Ethic

"Greatest good for the greatest number"

The concept is that actions are good or bad based on their consequences for happiness. By maximizing happiness and minimizing suffering, it seeks to improve the quality of life for as many people as possible, regardless of who they are or what they value

Ex: Using utilitarianism, tax increases could be justified if public services are improved

The doctrine of divine command/Religion

Based on religious beliefs, this system holds that an action is ethical if it conforms to the commands of God. The practice of forgiveness may be influenced by the teachings of one's religion, for example

Morality ethic

Duty or obligation is the basis for this ethical system. In this view, specific actions are inherently right or wrong, regardless of the outcome. It is always right to tell the truth, even if it results in negative consequences.

Culture/relativism

Depending on the culture and individual, the ethics of morality are subjective. Tardiness, for instance, may be considered rude and disrespectful in some societies, but regular and acceptable in others.

Egoism

The egoistic ethic. Individuals should act in their own self-interest in accordance with this system. Consider the case of a company that wishes to dump waste into a river in order to maximize profits, regardless of objections from downstream residents

Natural Law

It is believed that humans are endowed with an inherent sense of right and wrong that governs their decision-making and behavior. Alternatively, the natural law theory assumes that humans have an innate understanding of right and wrong, guiding their behavior and reasoning. It's universally accepted that killing someone is wrong and that punishing someone for killing someone is proper and even necessary.