Relativism versus Objectivism

The moral debate of relativism versus objectivism is one that confronts a moral question that philosophers have been debating for many years. The ultimate question brought about in the debate is whether morality is based solely on individual choice and cultural approval, or are there universally valid moral principles. With this essay I will present the arguments for each view and I will also argue for the position I favor: moral objectivism.
<Tab/>Relativism is the view that states that moral principles vary by culture (conventionalism) or by individuals (subjectivism). Con…