Unethical practices
- Improbity
- Malpractice
- Unethical people
Nature
Unethical practices is a term which covers the broadest range of activities which people may undertake in their private or public lives, and are considered wrong by their society or certain members of it.
Claim
Unethical practices are a pervasive threat that undermine trust, integrity, and fairness in society. From corporate greed to academic dishonesty, these actions erode the foundations of our communities and institutions. They perpetuate inequality, harm vulnerable populations, and compromise the very values we hold dear. Addressing unethical behavior is not just important; it is imperative for fostering a just and equitable world. We must confront these issues head-on to ensure a brighter future for all.
Counter-claim
To state that something is unethical is to assume that there is an ethic, a commonly agreed upon set of moral principles that clearly allows a society to determine what is right and what is wrong. At this point, at least in the West, the only thing that fulfils this function is the law. But the law is not a substitute for morality.
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World problems
Type
(C) Cross-sectoral problems
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Presentable
Language
English
1A4N
C8247
DOCID
11382470
D7NID
136723
Last update
May 19, 2022