Censorship and surveillance on the internet have long been present in many countries for the purpose of hindering the general public’s access to certain information. Countries such as China monitors online activities to restrict access to information, blocks websites and maintains political control by limiting free speech. However, is it ethical to isolate the population from unwanted information in order to maintain social stability and avoid the possibility of dissent or unrest that may result in chaos? Using North Korea as a reference, both ethical rationalism and virtue ethic believe…