The Principle Of Equal Consideration Of Equal Interest?

All human persons have the right to live, however the quality of life is dependent on the circumstances of the person. Roughly half of the world’s population lives in poverty; a term used to describe populations being unable to afford the most basic necessities to ensure survival. Singer (1993), suggests populations suffering from poverty do not receive the same right to life as those who are situated within developed countries. Singer (1993), proposes that all humans should be classified to be equal based on “the principle of equal consideration” (p21). It is through this principle that the consequences of ones actions are weighed up against the benefits and interests of those who are affected by such actions (Singer, 1993). The principle aims to target the population of those located in

This principle is referred to as ‘the principle of equal consideration of equal interest’. It addresses the idea that it is morally right to ensure all populations are provided with an equal distribution of income, which can contribute toward basic human necessities (Singer, 1993). Marginal utility which is defined as the increase in utility prompted by one extra unit of a given service or product. In terms of alleviating suffering marginal utility would focus upon one who has access to unlimited necessities per day, therefore providing an extra amount to one whom is struggling per day (Singer, 1993). This deed can contribute toward alleviating suffering in a population without sacrificing something which is of the proportionate moral importance of the individual’s contribution (Singer, 1972). The principle of equality contains significant prima facie appeal in that it is accessible, intuitive and convincing therefore suggesting simple actions can contribute toward equality around the world as it is one’s moral obligation as a