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Ethics - The Tragedy of the Commons

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The Tragedy of the Commons

What does Hardin mean when he says that the problem of population growth has no technical solution

Hardin believed that there are specific class of of problems that cannot be resolved by any technological or scientific innovation . Among these is the problem on overpopulation . His argument lies on the framework that the earth and its space together with its resources is finite . On the other hand , the growth of human population is infinite Technological and scientific innovation only can

extend the finite world and its resources but will never have the capability to make it infinite . In this sense , the problem on population growth is a problem that cannot be solved by technological and scientific innovations but rather through moral or political measures

What does Hardin mean when he says , Freedom in a common brings ruin to all ? How does he define true freedom at the end of his essay

Hardin quoted Hegel when he said , Freedom is the recognition of necessity ' The inability of the people in authority to impose measures that will limit other people (i .e . the commons ) that will harm the people will put a greater restraint on the greater number of people . By imposing laws outlawing acts such as robbing , authorities are providing a more free environment to the people . This will allow them to be more free in choosing and pursuing other aspects of their lives

Explain the idea of the tragedy of he commons...

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