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What Is Jeremy Bentham's Principle Of Utility?
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November 25, 2025
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3:11Now PlayingEver wondered about the foundational ideas behind modern ethics and law? This video dives into Jeremy Bentham's groundbreaking Principle of Utility, a concept that continues to shape our understanding of right and wrong.
In this insightful discussion, you will explore:
► The core definition of 'utility' and how it forms the basis of ethical decision-making.
► How actions are judged by their consequences, specifically their ability to produce pleasure and prevent pain.
► The concept of 'the greatest good for the greatest number' as the ultimate moral standard.
► Bentham's influence on legal reform, public policy, and philosophical thought through his utilitarian framework.
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