What is the categorical imperative?

The categorical imperative is a philosophical concept introduced by German philosopher Immanuel Kant, which proposes that there are certain moral principles that are universally binding and must be followed by all individuals, regardless of their personal desires or circumstances. Kant argued that these moral duties are based on reason and rationality, and should be obeyed out of a sense of duty rather than personal gain or consequences. The categorical imperative is often summed up by the principle: "Act only according to that maxim whereby you can at the same time will that it should become a universal law."

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