What is the “ethic of responsibility” and how does it relate to world politics?
AIt marks the limits of ethics in international relations, this results in decision-makers weighing up consequences and sometimes expecting positive outcomes of amoral actions
BIt is the responsibility realists have towards the world; this creates a more realistic scene in world politics
CNone of the options given are correct
DIt is a vow politicians take, which requires them to take responsibility for the ethics of their international actions
Correct answer
A. It marks the limits of ethics in international relations, this results in decision-makers weighing up consequences and sometimes expecting positive outcomes of amoral actions
Explanation
The correct answer is It marks the limits of ethics in international relations, this results in decision-makers weighing up consequences and sometimes expecting positive outcomes of amoral actions.