John Stuart Mill

High school (ages 12+)
Philosophy & Big Questions

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1. When was John Stuart Mill born?May 20, 1806
2. Where was John Stuart Mill born?London, England
3. What is John Stuart Mill known for?His influential theories on individual liberty, utilitarianism, and women's rights
4. What is the key philosophical work?'On Liberty' (1859), a foundational text for liberal political philosophy
5. What is the ethical framework?Refined utilitarianism, distinguishing between higher and lower pleasures
6. Who was John Stuart Mill?He was a famous English philosopher born in London in 1806 who wrote about freedom, happiness, and fairness.

Harm Principle: The idea that individual liberty should only be restricted to prevent harm to others.
Utilitarianism: An ethical theory advocating actions that produce the greatest happiness for the greatest number.
Women's Suffrage: The movement and right advocating for women's equal participation in voting and political processes.
Proportional Representation: An electoral system where a party's seat share closely matches its share of the popular vote.