Deontology - The Ethics of Duty Explained | Ethics101 | K M Pathi

📌 Do Rules Define Morality?

Explore one of the most thought-provoking ethical questions in this deep dive into Deontology, the ethics of duty. Should you always follow your promises, even if the outcomes suggest otherwise?
This video breaks down deontology, the moral framework that puts duty and rules at the heart of ethical decision-making.

What You’ll Learn
✅ What is Deontology? The basics of this duty-centered ethical theory
✅ Key Thinkers: Insights from Immanuel Kant, W.D. Ross, and John Rawls
✅ Real-Life Applications: How deontology informs civil service and personal life
✅ Decision-Making Clarity: How to handle ethical dilemmas with rule-based guidance
✅ Advantages & Challenges: Why it works—and where it struggles


Key Takeaways
Focus on Duty: Why moral rules trump personal preferences or outcomes.
Respect for Rights: The cornerstone of Kantian ethics and modern human rights.
Clarity in Dilemmas: Learn to navigate situations where duties clash.
Real-World Relevance: From civil service to everyday choices, see deontology in action.

📢 Watch now and rethink how you approach ethical dilemmas! 

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00:39 - Introduction to Deontology
01:05 - Definition of Deontology
01:25 - Do We Understand Our Duties?
01:46 - Key Features of Deontology
02:22 - Basic Ideas of Deontology
03:43 - Key Philosophers
06:52 - Relevance to Civil Servants
07:33 - Relevance to Personal Life
07:58 - Deontology & Decision Making
08:46 - Advantages of Deontology
11:44 - Disadvantages of Deontology
12:38 - Conclusion