Multiple choice general knowledge

Philosopher and writer Jeremy Bentham, 1748-1832, is associated with what school of thought?

  1. Rationalism

  2. Utilitarianism

  3. Skepticism

  4. Idealism

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Jeremy Bentham (1748-1832) is the founder of utilitarianism, the philosophical theory that actions are right if they maximize happiness or pleasure for the greatest number. His principle of 'the greatest good for the greatest number' remains influential in ethics, law, and economics.