DHENNIZE MAE PINGOL

BSED 2-A1

ACTIVITY #2
The theory of teleological ethics states that the rightness of an action is decided
by its consequence. In reality, the word teleological is derived from the Greek words
telos, which means aim or purpose, and logos, which means science. Thus, teleological
theories concentrate on the outcomes of activities; in other words, the moral rightness
or wrongness of our actions is determined by the good or evil caused. As a result, a
teleology’s would try to figure out what something's purpose is by looking at its
outcomes. He will judge an activity as good if it yields positive outcomes, and as terrible
if it yields negative results. Furthermore, because a moral good or wrong is determined
by the consequence of an action, this is a consequential theory. As a result, in
teleological ethics, the moral decision is driven by the consequences. Most people
assume that lying is bad, however under teleological ethics, stating a falsehood that
does no harm and helps to make someone happy or rescue someone is acceptable.
However, predicting the various results or implications of our activities is not always
straightforward. As a result, teleology has this flaw.

Deontological ethics is an approach to ethics that focuses on the rightness or

wrongness of actions rather than their consequences or other factors. As a result, this is
a non-consequential theory, because whether an act is good or evil is independent of its
consequences. The moral decision is driven by action in this case. We frequently
identify deontology with philosopher Immanuel Kant, who believed that ethical behaviors
should be guided by universal moral precepts such as do not cheat, steal, or lie. As a
result, deontology demands people to respect the rules and carry out their
responsibilities. In addition, subjectivity and ambiguity are avoided in this approach.
Consider the situation where a buddy has given you a present that you despise. She or
he wants to know how you feel about it. If you feel that lying is always wrong, regardless
of the repercussions, you will speak the truth, i.e., that you despise it, even if the result
of your conduct is negative (in this case, hurting your friend). You're exhibiting a
deontological viewpoint right now. As a result, while deciding what is good and what is
bad, deontology entails ignoring the probable results of your actions.

Teleological ethics examines the rightness or wrongness of actions by studying

their outcomes, whereas deontological ethics examines the rightness or wrongness of
actions themselves without considering any other factors. As a result, the essential
distinction between teleological and deontological ethics is this. As a result, teleological
ethics is a consequentialist theory, but deontological ethics is not. However, predicting
the effects of an action is not always possible; this is a flaw in the teleological approach.
Furthermore, the deontological method has the disadvantage of being overly strict.

Two conflicting ethical theories that determine the moral excellence or badness
of an action are teleological and deontological ethics. The goodness or badness of an
action is determined by evaluating its effects in teleological ethics, whereas the
goodness or badness of an action is determined by studying the action itself in
deontological ethics. This is the fundamental distinction between teleological and
deontological ethics.