Teleological Ethics

Teleological ethics is a branch of normative ethics that evaluates the morality of actions based on their outcomes or consequences. Unlike deontological ethics, which focus on rules and duties, teleological theories, such as consequentialism, argue that the rightness of an action is determined by its results. The most well-known form of teleological ethics is utilitarianism, which advocates for actions that maximize overall happiness or well-being. In essence, teleological ethics assesses actions based on whether they lead to good or desirable outcomes, making the consequences the primary factor in moral evaluation.