Nonconsequentialist Theories
Where consequentialist (teleological) ethics focus on the outcome of an action, nonconsequentialist (deontological) ethical theories focus on humanitys obligation to perform the right action regardless of consequence. Write a THREE-PAGE ANALYSIS on nonconsequentialist ethical theories and theorists and do the following:
Define nonconsequentialism.
Discuss divine command theory.
Discuss Immanuel Kants deontological ethics including criticisms of and the categorical imperative.
Discuss Rosss prima facie duties.
Explain whether or not you support nonconsequentialist (deontological) ethics in your conclusion.