... latter argument is much harder to reconcile with reason than the former. In comprehensive terms, relativism appeals to the idea that there is no absolute ethical standard independent of cultural context to act as a criterion of right and wrong, by which we may judge moral action. The main problem with ... several major theories on how judgement of moral action should be pursued. Two of the most important shall be discussed in brief. Immanuel Kant's ethical system and the utilitarian system provide intelligent possibilities for moral judgement, however, they lie in direct conflict with one...

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