Deontological Ethics

Definition

Deontological ethics is an ethical approach focused on fulfilling one's moral duties based on universal principles. It emphasizes following rules and adhering to obligations without considering the consequences of one's actions.

Related terms

Teleological Ethics: This ethical approach focuses on evaluating actions based on their outcomes or consequences.

Ethical Obligation: Refers to our moral duty or responsibility to act in certain ways based on established ethical guidelines.

Nonconsequentialist Ethics: This term refers to ethical theories that do not judge morality based solely on outcomes or consequences.