Utilitarianism is based on the notion of bringing about the greatest.docx
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The document discusses the concept of utilitarianism, focusing on the challenge of defining 'the good' in a measurable and consistent way across different contexts. It raises questions about the perspectives of philosophers such as Mill and Singer regarding what constitutes the good and whether their definitions meet the outlined criteria. Lastly, it contemplates the implications of failing to identify a universally applicable good for utilitarian philosophy.
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Utilitarianism is based on the notion of bringing about the greatest.docx
- 1. Utilitarianism is based on the notion of bringing about the greatest good, which requires some conception of what "the good" is such that this can be identified, measured, and calculated in a way that is consistent across time, place, and people. Is there any such 'good' that has these characteristics? What does Mill identify as the good, and does it have these characteristics? What about Singer? What good does he seem to be referring to and does it have these characteristics? What implications would there be if we can't identify a good of the sort that the utilitarian seems to need?