Hansol J

What determines who deserves what? Is taxation a form of theft? Are we morally obligated to help strangers? Should price gouging during crises be illegal? The Ethics, Justice, and Philosophy Club is built around real moral and political dilemmas like these. Through structured discussion and case-based analysis, we explore complex questions that shape law, economics, and everyday life. The club is organised into three core units: 1) Foundational Ethical Frameworks Before tackling dilemmas, we examine major ethical theories such as Kantian deontology and utilitarianism. These frameworks help us move beyond instinctive reactions and develop structured moral reasoning. 2) Distributive Justice To address the question of who deserves what and why? we explore competing theories of justice, including Rawls, Nozick, and meritocracy. Students will analyse debates around taxation, equality of opportunity, and economic fairness. 3) Core Philosophical Questions We engage with broader issues such as social contract theory, the origins of human rights, and the debate between free will and determinism, connecting abstract philosophy to contemporary issues. There are no simple right or wrong answers in philosophy. This club is a welcoming space for thoughtful participation, respectful disagreement, and intellectual curiosity. It is discussion heavy! Beyond learning foundational ideas, members will develop critical thinking and discussion skills—while having fun challenging their own intuitions.