Consequential Ethics: A consequential ethical theory is the one in which the action or its rightness or wrongness is judged on the basis of the consequences it produced. A simple approach to consider this is the expression or phrase is the “end justify the means”. The best example would be of the concept of “utilitarianism”, which means greatest happiness for the greatest number of people. Non Consequential Ethics: A non consequential ethical theory judges the action on the basis of reason, logic, or cause behind that action and not on the basis of consequence or the aftermath of the action. So if your action is based on the best or good intent and purpose, its a moral action and vise versa. This viewpoint depends on the idea of a moral duty, …show more content…
Which indicates that the growth and rise in innovation, science, economy, and social concern and association are essential for the development of the human beings. Progressivism makes sure that human beings are working keeping in mind the end plus the long term as well as short term consequences. Theories of Non Consequential Ethics: • Kantian Theory According to kant, the right activity and working have moral worth just on the off chance that they are being done for the sake of duty. Meaning that by doing your work for the sake of fulfilling your duty rather than seekinh the outcome or consequences of your work and activities. Kant says that an exertion is accetable if its generalized and people shold be seen as ends in themselves rather than as a means to an end. • Christian Ethics Christian ethics includes, Natural Right Theory and Divine Command Theory • Natural Right Theory This theory is based on the concept that the right exertions are those which harmonize with the nature or the natural law. Moral principles are implanted in the nature itself. Natural right theory like Kant’s theory is absolute, prepetuating that some actions are invariably erroneous like killing innocent and