Explain What Mill Means When He Says, "The Utilitarian Standard

question 43

Essay

Explain what Mill means when he says, "the utilitarian standard, while it tolerates and approves those other acquired desires, up to the point beyond which they would be more injurious to the general happiness than promotive of it, enjoins and requires the cultivation of the love of virtue up to the greatest strength possible, as being above all things important to the general happiness."

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Definitions:

Conversion

The unauthorized use or possession of someone else's property, leading to the infringement of property rights.

Tort of False Imprisonment

A legal claim against someone who intentionally restricts another's freedom to move without authority, justification, or consent.

Complete Restraint

A legal term referring to an agreement or clause that totally restricts a party's freedom or action.

Wrongful Interference

Actions that unlawfully disrupt or meddle in the business relationships or contracts between others, causing harm.