Define moral relativism with suitable examples.

Approach of the Answer

• Introduction: Introduce with the definition of moral relativism
• Body: Explain the types of moral relativism.
• Conclusion: Enumerate suitable examples

Answer

Moral relativism is an idea which states that there is no absolute or universal set of moral principles. It advocates ‘to each his own’ and its followers say ‘who am I to judge’?

Moral Relativism has following types:

1. Descriptive Moral Relativism (Cultural Relativism): It states that the moral standards are actually culturally derived. Indeed, there may be a few values that seem nearly universal like honesty, respect etc but many differences appear across cultures.
2. Meta-Ethical Moral Relativism: It ....