SOCIO-CONSTITUTIONAL VIRTUES: INVESTIGATING PHILIPPA FOOT'S ETHICAL FRAMEWORK
Abstract
Philippa Foot's ethical framework offers valuable insights into the concept of socio-constitutional virtues, emphasizing the role of moral character in shaping social structures and institutions. This investigation delves into Foot's philosophical perspective, examining how her emphasis on virtues informs our understanding of societal norms, governance, and justice. By exploring the interplay between individual virtues and collective well-being, Foot's framework sheds light on the complexities of moral decision-making within socio-political contexts. Through a critical analysis of Foot's ideas, this study seeks to elucidate the implications of socio-constitutional virtues for ethical theory and social practice.
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Philippa Foot, ethical framework, socio-constitutional virtuesHow to Cite
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