Categorical imperative (Kant's)

Kant's Categorical Imperative is a principle for determining right from wrong that applies universally, regardless of personal desires or goals. It asks whether the rule guiding your action could be consistently followed by everyone, in every similar situation. If the answer is yes, the action is morally acceptable; if not, it’s not. Essentially, it emphasizes acting according to principles that could be made into a universal law, promoting consistency, fairness, and moral integrity. It encourages individuals to consider whether their actions respect the dignity and rights of all people as a fundamental moral requirement.