approachesutilitarianism
Utilitarianism is a family of ethical theories that prescribe actions that maximize happiness and well-being for all affected individuals. The core principle is that the best action is the one that produces the greatest good for the greatest number. This principle is often referred to as the "greatest happiness principle."
There are several variations of utilitarianism, primarily distinguished by what constitutes "good" or "happiness" and how
Another distinction is between hedonic utilitarianism, which defines good as pleasure and the absence of pain,
Critics of utilitarianism raise concerns about its demanding nature, potential to justify unjust actions against minorities