Biocentric ethics, as proposed by philosophers like Paul Taylor, extends moral considerability to all living organisms regardless of their utility to humans, emphasizing respect for life. Who is a key proponent of biocentric ethics, and what is the core idea in works like 'Respect for Nature' regarding equal intrinsic value of all life forms?

  • Immanuel Kant
  • Paul Taylor
  • John Stuart Mill
  • Madhav Gadgil
Answer: 2