I do not believe in the doctrine of the greatest good of the greatest number. The only real, dignified, human doctrine is the greatest good of all.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Gandhi rejects utilitarian ethics in favor of universal human welfare.
- In plain terms
- He believes everyone deserves the best, not just the majority.
- What can you take from it?
- Ethics must protect every individual, not just the many.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can we truly serve everyone equally?
- Is utilitarianism flawed?
Another view
His ideal is difficult to achieve in resource-constrained realities.
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