This new Cistercian architecture embodied the ideals of the order, and was in theory at least utilitarian and without superfluous ornament.

The utilitarian theory has been subject to much criticism over the years.

In other words, a utilitarian theory justifies attributions of responsibility (praise and blame) exactly as it would justify any other action.

More broadly, utilitarian theories are examples of Consequentialism.

All utilitarian theories are based upon the maxim of utility, which states that good is whatever provides the greatest happiness for the greatest number.

This theory is the most ultimately utilitarian theory of all.

Second, under a utilitarian theory, fairness among the greatest number of taxpayers is best served with an objective test.

There are three types of utilitarian or relative theory of punishment, the first two of which are deterrence and prevention.

Basic interests utilitarianism is a variant of utilitarian theory first described by Charles Jones.

Further, there is sometimes an apparent rejection of utilitarian theories of deterrence as a basis for eliminating any cause of crime.