According to Anscombe, ethical inquiry should focus on what?
Laws of nature
Virtues
Social contracts
Personal desires
Answer
Ethical inquiry, as articulated by Anscombe, centers on the cultivation of virtues, the admirable character traits that guide virtuous living and promote moral excellence. Virtues are not simply abstract ideals but rather practical qualities that shape one's actions, decisions, and relationships, leading to a more meaningful and flourishing existence.
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