J.S. Mill

Jurist
J.S. Mill
School
Utilitarianism
Theory
Qualitative Utilitarianism; Harm Principle
Quote

The only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community, against his will, is to prevent harm to others.

Books

On Liberty (1859), Utilitarianism (1861), The Subjection of Women (1869), A System of Logic

Propounded

Harm Principle; Qualitative (higher vs lower pleasures) Utilitarianism; representative government

Born
1806
Died
1873
Portrait
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