In your opinion, what is the difference between the law and ethics? Actions may
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Question
In your opinion, what is the difference between the law and ethics? Actions may be within the law, but unethical (in your opinion or society's opinion); actions may be in violation of the law but ethical; actions may be illegal and unethical; and of course actions can be ethical and legal. Share examples for your perspectives in these different "categories": a. an action that is legal but unethical b. an action that is illegal but ethical c. an action that is illegal and unethical d. an action that is legal and ethical
Explanation / Answer
A law is ab binding obligation on any individual. Ethics is non mandatory norm set for people and society to follow.
a. an action that is legal but unethical: Advertisments making false promises
b. an action that is illegal but ethical: Running traffic light in case of someone life is to be saved.
c. an action that is illegal and unethical: Stealing
d. an action that is legal and ethical: Paying taxes