Ethics MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Ethics, a fundamental topic in the field of IC90 Human Resource Management. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our Ethics MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

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Q21.
What do the words "ethics" and "morality" refer to?

a.

Only good

b.

Only evil

c.

Both good and evil

d.

Neither good nor evil

Discuss
Answer: (c).Both good and evil Explanation:The words "ethics" and "morality" refer to the aspects of good and evil, rights and wrongs.
Q22.
What is the difference between moral and immoral conduct?

a.

Moral conduct is proper and virtuous while immoral conduct is improper and wrong.

b.

Moral conduct is improper and wrong while immoral conduct is proper and virtuous.

c.

Moral and immoral conduct are the same.

d.

There is no difference between moral and immoral conduct.

Discuss
Answer: (a).Moral conduct is proper and virtuous while immoral conduct is improper and wrong. Explanation:What is moral is virtuous and what is immoral is wrong and improper.
Q23.
What is the role of religious teachings in the determination of ethics?

a.

They have no role in the determination of ethics.

b.

They create values that determine ethics.

c.

They determine ethics in absolute terms.

d.

They are irrelevant in the determination of ethics.

Discuss
Answer: (b).They create values that determine ethics. Explanation:Religious teachings have strong influences in the creation of values and therefore in the determination of ethics.
Q24.
What are some of the basic themes of religious teachings?

a.

To recognise the universality of all living beings; to do good and do no harm to others; not to be arrogant but to be humble; to avoid the extremes of greed, lust, anger, hatred etc

b.

To recognise the superiority of some living beings; to do harm to others; to be arrogant; to indulge in the extremes of greed, lust, anger, hatred etc

c.

To ignore the existence of living beings; to be indifferent to the harm caused to others; to be arrogant and boastful; to indulge in the extremes of greed, lust, anger, hatred etc

d.

To embrace the material world; to indulge in the extremes of greed, lust, anger, hatred etc

Discuss
Answer: (a).To recognise the universality of all living beings; to do good and do no harm to others; not to be arrogant but to be humble; to avoid the extremes of greed, lust, anger, hatred etc Explanation:All religious texts have the same basic themes, which include recognising the universality of all living beings, doing good and no harm to others, not being arrogant but being humble, and avoiding the extremes of greed, lust, anger, hatred etc.
Q25.
What is the validity of ethics in absolute terms?

a.

Ethics can be determined in absolute terms.

b.

Ethics cannot be determined in absolute terms.

c.

Ethics are valid in all contexts.

d.

Ethics are irrelevant in all contexts.

Discuss
Answer: (b).Ethics cannot be determined in absolute terms. Explanation:What is ethical or moral to one person, organization or society is not the same to another person, and that the determination of ethics in absolute terms becomes difficult.
Q26.
Which option is to be preferred when harm is caused to someone?

a.

The option that causes greater harm to the smaller unit

b.

The option that causes harm to the bigger unit

c.

The option that causes lesser harm or harm to the smaller unit

d.

The option that causes the most harm to everyone

Discuss
Answer: (c).The option that causes lesser harm or harm to the smaller unit Explanation:If harm is caused to someone, the option that causes lesser harm or harm to the smaller unit is to be preferred.
Q27.
What is the significance of intentions in ethics?

a.

Intentions do not matter in ethics

b.

Intentions matter only if harm is caused to others

c.

Intentions matter in ethics, regardless of the consequences of the action

d.

Intentions matter only if the action is illegal

Discuss
Answer: (c).Intentions matter in ethics, regardless of the consequences of the action Explanation:Intentions matter in ethics, regardless of the consequences of the action.
Q28.
What is the significance of values in one's actions?

a.

Values have no significance in one's actions

b.

Values are only reflected in the laws of the society

c.

Values are more likely to be noticeable in the customs and traditions of the society

d.

Values are only reflected in the religious beliefs of a person

Discuss
Answer: (c).Values are more likely to be noticeable in the customs and traditions of the society Explanation:Values are more likely to be noticeable in the customs and traditions of the society.
Q29.
When does selfishness become wrong?

a.

When a person seeks benefits for themselves without causing harm to others

b.

When a person seeks benefits for themselves by causing harm to others

c.

When a person does not seek benefits for themselves

d.

When a person seeks benefits for others but not for themselves

Discuss
Answer: (b).When a person seeks benefits for themselves by causing harm to others Explanation:Selfishness becomes wrong when a person seeks benefits for themselves by causing harm to others.
Q30.
What is the order of units, in increasing bigness, that are expected to sacrifice for the good of the bigger unit?

a.

Self, family, community, society, state, country, world and universe

b.

Universe, world, country, state, society, community, family, and self

c.

Society, community, state, country, world, universe, family, and self

d.

Family, self, community, society, state, country, world and universe

Discuss
Answer: (a).Self, family, community, society, state, country, world and universe Explanation:In the order of increasing bigness, self, family, community, society, state, country, world and universe are the units. Each bigger unit comprises of more and more “others”. Every smaller unit is expected to sacrifice for the good of the bigger.
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