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J.S. Mill: On Liberty - Coggle Diagram
J.S. Mill: On Liberty
III. The Harm Principle
Individual sovereignty
A person is absolute master over his private actions; no one can force him to be happy or wise against his will.
Criterion of Utility
Utility is the ultimate appeal, based on the permanent interests of man as a "progressive being".
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IV. Spheres of Liberty
Action
Freedom to decide tastes, goals, and frame the plan of one's own life.
Association
Freedom to unite with others, provided it does not involve harm, deceit, or force.
Conscience
Freedom of thought, feeling, and opinion in all fields (moral, scientific, etc.).
I. Historical Context
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Modern stage
The rise of representative government where rulers are seen as delegates of the people to avoid antagonism
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