Founded by [[Immanuel Kant]] ## Principles ![[The One Rule for Life#^0necgk]] One of the developments was [[Formula of Humanity]] But why? ![[The One Rule for Life#^d9f8ur]] [[Self-actualization is a moral obligation]] Similar results as [[Utilitarianism]] but is different since in CI it is valued through objective reason. The goal is just to have a logical theory that makes sense. This is because this theory was created to preserve and value human rationality as it is what makes us unique and meaningful: ![[The One Rule for Life#^ut7vp8]] - So, to be universally kind is to universally preserve the gift of humanity and their ability to grow based on this belief In contrast, utilitarianism is valued for the **results** of an action like improving humanity. And due to the nature of the universality of CI, the same cannot be said for certain actions in utilitarianism. ## Applications [[Self-actualization is a moral obligation]] [[Ethical marketing]] ## Criticisms - The axe murderer, whether you should lie to save your friend from being murdered