What Is Kant's Categorical Imperative

Kant argues that there is a universal moral law that every rational mind follows through reasoning. He argues moral duties are generated by the moral law, which he distinguishes as two types of imperatives. An imperative is a conformity with a law and he argues that a “hypothetical imperative” plays no significant role in ones moral behaviour, as it causes an inclination in the person, whereas a “categorical imperative” is innate and occurs unconditionally as one is to do so without question. Kant states that the moral law is irrevocable and is not open for exemption. He argues, since the moral law is universal, every rational being is able to agree and accept it simply by reason. Possessing a desire, or wish for a certain outcome is insignificant