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Teleological Ethics and the Moral-Legal Justification of Abortion: A Utilitarian Perspective

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines the moral and legal justification of abortion through the lens of teleological ethics, particularly utilitarianism. Employing a qualitative methodology, it analyzes classical philosophical texts, contemporary academic literature, and legal frameworks to assess how outcome-based ethical reasoning informs abortion debates. Findings indicate that utilitarian ethics support abortion access as a means to reduce suffering and enhance societal well-being, especially for marginalized populations. However, the analysis also acknowledges critiques concerning the moral status of the fetus and the limitations of purely consequentialist approaches. The study concludes that while teleological ethics provide a flexible framework for evaluating abortion, integrating deontological principles may offer a more comprehensive ethical discourse.

Source: Jurnal Cakrawala Akademika

DOI: 10.70182/jca.v1i6.328

Authors: Salsabila, M. Razkiazka M H.

Language: English

Topic: Ethics and bioethics in healthcare

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4409448967

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