Is abortion morally justified? debate on the ethicality of abortions.
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Topic: Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in-human actions; dimensions of ethics;
Topic: Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in-human actions; dimensions of ethics;
6. Is abortion morally justified? debate on the ethicality of abortions. (150 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4. Key Demand of the question: To debate upon the ethicality of abortion. Directive word: Debate – Weigh up to what extent something is true. Persuade the reader of your argument by citing relevant research but also remember to point out any flaws and counter- arguments as well. Conclude by stating clearly how far you agree with the original proposition. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Begin by giving context and mentioning the ethical dilemmas associated with the act of abortion. Body: First, argue on the how abortion is unethical on the basis of abortion is deliberate killing of an innocent human being, A foetus as Moral personhood, Rights of the foetus and Causing pain. Next, argue on the side of ethicality of abortion. foetus is not necessarily a ‘person’, rights of the mother’s bodily autonomy, dangers to mothers’ health etc. Conclusion: Pass a balanced judgement on the ethicality of the act of abortion.
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4.
Key Demand of the question:
To debate upon the ethicality of abortion.
Directive word:
Debate – Weigh up to what extent something is true. Persuade the reader of your argument by citing relevant research but also remember to point out any flaws and counter- arguments as well. Conclude by stating clearly how far you agree with the original proposition.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context and mentioning the ethical dilemmas associated with the act of abortion.
First, argue on the how abortion is unethical on the basis of abortion is deliberate killing of an innocent human being, A foetus as Moral personhood, Rights of the foetus and Causing pain.
Next, argue on the side of ethicality of abortion. foetus is not necessarily a ‘person’, rights of the mother’s bodily autonomy, dangers to mothers’ health etc.
Conclusion:
Pass a balanced judgement on the ethicality of the act of abortion.