what’s right and what’s wrong!

Ethics is at the heart of every decision we make. Whether we realize it or not, we are constantly going through a world of moral dilemmas, some are small, others can be big. But how do we decide what is right and wrong? 

Is morality universal, or does it shift based on circumstances? 

 Moral reasoning, the process of evaluating right and wrong based on logic, emotions, and societal values. But morality isn’t always straightforward. Moral relativism is shaped by our cultural and personal context. what is considered ethical varies across cultures and contexts. What one society finds acceptable, another might find completely unjust. This led to a question: Can morality ever be absolute, or is it always shaped by personal and cultural perspectives?

Self-interest theory, people act in ways that benefit themselves, sometimes at the expense of others. The person’s personal growth and well being is focused. So, are humans selfish, or we are just trying to prioritise ourselves? 

Deontology, introduced by Kant, teaches that morality is about following absolute rules, regardless of the outcome. This approach clashes with utilitarianism, which focuses on maximizing happiness for the greatest number. But then, what happens when an action that benefits many also harms a few?

Through various scenarios, testing these theories against real-world situations.
Would you tell a lie to protect someone?

Would you sacrifice one life to save many?

These are not easy questions, and there are no perfect answers. But that’s the beauty of ethical inquiry, it forces us to think, to question, and to see beyond ourselves.

In the end, ethics is not about finding a single truth. It is about understanding perspectives, challenging assumptions, and embracing the complexity of human morality.