Moral Relativism and Moral Objectivity (document)

Moral relativism is the view that what is considered right or wrong varies between cultures, societies, or individuals, meaning there are no universal moral standards. In contrast, moral objectivity holds that certain moral principles are universally true, regardless of personal opinions or cultural differences. Essentially, relativism sees morality as context-dependent, while objectivity believes in objective moral truths that apply universally. These perspectives influence how societies understand justice, ethics, and behavior, shaping legal systems, cultural norms, and personal values.