Types of the theory | Advantages | Disadvantages |
Consequence-based (Utiltarian) | Stresses promotion of happiness and utility | Ignores concerns of justice for the minority population |
Duty-based (Deontology) | Stresses the role of duty and respect for persons | Underestimates the importance of happiness and social utility |
Principlism | Provide a set of moral commitments, common language and a common set of moral issue | Not designed to provide a method for choosing |