Q. A government officer refuses a bribe because CCTV cameras are installed in his office and he fears being caught. However, he admits that he would accept the bribe if there were no possibility of surveillance.
Which of the following best reflects the ethical issue involved in this case?
1.Fear of punishment may ensure compliance but does not necessarily demonstrate internalised ethical values.
2.An action can be considered morally sound irrespective of the intention behind performing it.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Compliance driven only by fear of punishment may not reflect genuine integrity or moral commitment.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: From a Kantian duty-based perspective, the intention or motive behind an action is important in determining its moral worth.
Source- MISC
