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The Ethics of Cultural Heritage Preservation

by James Taylor 1,*
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FHSS  2023 5(1):40; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.fhss.20230622
Received: 20 April 2023 / Accepted: 26 May 2023 / Published Online: 22 June 2023
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The Ethics of Cultural Heritage Preservation delves into the complex philosophical and moral considerations surrounding the conservation of cultural heritage. This paper examines the multifaceted challenges faced by societies in maintaining the integrity and authenticity of their cultural assets, which often bear significant historical, social, and emotional value. It argues that ethical decision-making is crucial in balancing the preservation of cultural heritage with the demands of development, tourism, and community livelihoods. The abstract discusses the various ethical principles that guide the management of cultural heritage sites, including stewardship, accessibility, sustainability, and the rights of indigenous peoples. Furthermore, it explores the role of international organizations, local communities, and governments in upholding these ethical standards. The paper concludes by advocating for the integration of ethical considerations into the planning and implementation of cultural heritage management strategies, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and respect for cultural diversity.

Keywords: Cultural Heritage Preservation; Ethical Decision-Making; Stewardship; Sustainability; Indigenous Peoples' Rights.;
Copyright: © 2023 by Taylor. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
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Taylor, J. (2023). The Ethics of Cultural Heritage Preservation. Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences, 5(1), 40. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230622
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Taylor, J. The Ethics of Cultural Heritage Preservation. Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences, 2023, 5, 40. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230622
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Taylor J. The Ethics of Cultural Heritage Preservation. Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences; 2023, 5(1):40. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230622
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Taylor, J. (2023). The Ethics of Cultural Heritage Preservation. Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences, 5(1), 40. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230622

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