The core idea
The core idea
Utilitarianism is a consequentialist ethical theory. It says an action, rule or policy is right if it produces the best overall consequences, often summed up as the greatest happiness for the greatest number.
Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel A Level Religious Studies Utilitarianism. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build a solid grounding in the philosophical arguments and key scholars before tackling the more evaluation-heavy extended essay questions.