Introduction to Ethical Conflicts Gandhi paper I believe that Gandhi was a consequentialist. I believe that because he believed in the utilitarianism theory that he needed to be concerned with the consequences or happiness of the most number of people, the “greatest good for the greatest number. ” Gandhi also utilized act utilitarianism performing acts and tasks that bring about the greatest good for all involved. Consequentalism is an ethical theory that is concerned with consequences of actions or rules.
He is a consequentialist. He is concerned with the welfare of the people of his country. He joins the congress to try to help influence them. He is a utilitarianist also, wanting the best for the largest number of people. He also promotes act utilitarianism by trying to act on behalf of his people for the best outcomes possible for them collectively. Virtue ethics are another trait that Gandhi possessed. He exhibited morals in his dealings with his people and the congress. He acted ideally, he was non-violent and humble.
He was also loyal and devout to his followers. Gandhi was loyal and devout to his followers, he was non-violent and moral, and he showed charisma and political intuition. He tried to prevent racism and discrimination for his people. He was calm with unshakeable beliefs and principles. I believe that he meant that the best consequences and good to be done for all people; not just for the greatest number of people. Most of the theories that we studied were either looking out for the good of oneself or the greatest good for the greatest number.
The theories weren’t about the greatest good for all. For me the biggest impact for me was Gandhi being thrown off the train because he would not move out of first class. I was quite shocked that was allowed to happen. Gandhi was very influential to his people. We didn’t ask to be a leader but proved to be a good one with the morals that he possessed. We need more people in society that have the virtues that Gandhi did. The world would probably be a better place since there would be more concern for all people not just the greatest number.
