Exploring the Shades of Grey in Morality | Alejandra Garcia | TEDxYouth@TashkentIntlSchool
Alejandra explores the idea that breaking the law can sometimes be justified for a greater good. She provides examples of historical cases where individuals committed acts considered illegal, such as murder, theft, and vandalism, but were motivated by a desire to address injustice or help others. She suggests that the lines between right and wrong are often blurred, and that events and personal experiences can shape one's moral compass. Likewise, she challenges the notion that certain actions are universally wrong, arguing that there are exceptions and that the purpose behind an act can determine its morality. Alejandra concludes by emphasizing the importance of questioning the rules and not simply accepting them as absolute.
Alejandra is a grade 10 student from Spain who has spent 16 years of her life living in six countries: Spain, Jordan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Azerbaijan, and now Uzbekistan. These experiences have inspired and made her to change her perspectives on things, which in turn has led her to ask questions about customs and habits. In her first TEDxYouth talk, Alejandra explores situations in our modern, and not-so-modern world, where the line between right and wrong has been blurred. In today's turbulent world, our perspectives are solidified by our own real-life experiences, and we all live different lives. Events can change how people view things. There is always something or someone that determines the ethical compass. But is this really true, or is the world simply wicked without a cause? This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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