Ethics

Ethics is a branch of philosophy that deals with questions of morality and examines what is considered right and wrong, good and bad in human behavior. It involves the systematic study of principles that govern individual conduct and the evaluation of moral values and rules. Ethics seeks to understand the nature of moral judgments, the reasoning behind ethical decisions, and the implications of those decisions for individuals and society as a whole. It encompasses various subfields, including normative ethics (which explores the standards for right action), applied ethics (which focuses on specific controversial issues), and meta-ethics (which examines the nature of ethical reasoning and language). Through the exploration of different ethical theories, such as utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics, individuals and societies strive to establish guidelines for harmonious coexistence and social justice.