Discuss Briefly What Is Meant by the Terms Ethical Universalism

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Essay

Discuss briefly what is meant by the terms ethical universalism and ethical relativism. Where does integrated social contracts theory fit into the debate about ethical standards? Which of the three schools of thought stands on the strongest ground?

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Definitions:

Environment

The surrounding conditions, influences, or forces which affect the existence and development of an organism or entity.

Sense of Hearing

The ability to perceive sound by detecting vibrations through the ear.

Unilateral

Pertaining to or affecting only one side, or undertaken by only one side of a party or parties involved.

Sense of Smell

The ability to perceive odors or scents, which is mediated by specialized sensory cells in the nasal cavity.