Utilitarianism has been a popular concept as a
basis of decision and as a basis of administration. It has been followed by
politician and royalties, as because of it relevance to good governance. The
truth is most countries claim that they are utilitarian in nature, making the
concept of utilitarianism a part of most citizens’ life.
However, utilitarianism is not a
single concept or a group of similar ethical values. Utilitarianism has two
opposing values that can not be followed at the same time. The Act and the Rule
Utilitarianism. Although both of those school of thoughts aim for the “good of
the greatest number” (Utilitarianism, 2008) the confusion between the two school
of thoughts make a huge difference on the impact it would create once
appropriately or inappropriately followed. In this sense, the question of when
is the appropriate time to use “Act Utilitarianism” or “Rule Utilitarianism” is
a question that is needed to be properly defined.
Since utilitarianism as a concept is
broad, the study will portray the difference of the Act and Rule Utilitarianism.
It will define the boundaries and the limitations of the two schools of thoughts
as well as the different end results it will produce to particular governance.
Countries who claim to be “utilitarian” will be brought to this study for
analysis to determine whether they are adhering to the “Act Utilitarianism” or
“Rule Utilitarianism.”
The research will basically start
with the writings made on the topic, going to the countries that practice
utilitarianism.
REFERENCE
Utilitarianism. (2008) Wikipedia. The Free Encyclopedia. [Online Source]
Available at : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Utilitarianism#Act_vs._rule
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