Obligation

An Obligation is a social rule that imposes a duty or requirement to do or refrain from doing something at the expense of [[_____]]

• Context:
  • It can (often) be influenced by Cultural Values and Societal Values.
  • It can create Accountability and Responsibility in Social Interactions and Professional Relationships.
  • It can be subject to Dispute and require Conflict Resolution mechanisms, such as Mediation or Legal Proceedings.
  • It can arise from various sources such as Law, Morality, Social Norms, Contractual Agreements, or Personal Promises.
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• Example(s):
  • A Parental Obligation, such as providing care and support to one's children.
  • A Moral Obligation, which derives from ethical principles.
  • A Professional Obligation, such as a doctor's duty to care for their patients.
  • A Legal Obligation, such as those arising from Contract Law or Statutory Law.
    • A Contractual Obligation, where parties are bound by the terms of a contract.
  • A Financial Obligation, such as a debt that must be repaid.
  • A Fiduciary Obligation, where a person is required to act in the best interests of another.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • A Personal Preference or Personal Desire.
  • An Optional Task that one may choose to undertake.
• See: Duty, Responsibility, Ethics, Contract Law, Statutory Law.

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