Preference Utilitarianism

Preference Utilitarianism is a moral theory that suggests the best action is the one that fulfills the greatest number of people's preferences or desires. It falls under the broader category of consequentialism, which evaluates actions based on their outcomes. Unlike traditional utilitarianism, which focuses on maximizing happiness or pleasure, preference utilitarianism considers individual preferences more important. It aims to promote well-being by addressing what people want, thereby measuring the success of actions by how many preferences are satisfied, not just by the happiness they produce.