Do religiosity and ethical principles influence ethical decision-making in a multi-faith context? Evidence from India

Based on Hunt and Vitell’s theory of ethics, using three vignettes, we tested intrinsic extrinsic religiosities five ethical principles (justice, deontology, relativism, egoism, utilitarianism) in the decision-making process 232 Indian business professionals. Intrinsic religiosity is positively related to recognition intent negatively vignette concerning duty care. Although predicted justice, deontology relativism it also utilitarianism one vignette. Egoism not religiosities. Extrinsic justice (one vignette), (two vignettes), vignettes) vignette). Moreover, religiosity-ethical relationships are varyingly mediated by principles. We extend a multi-faith context our findings have implications for leaders employees.