Does utilitarianism question individual rights? What is violating the civil rights of a minority increases the sum total of pleasure of the majority? ?

Utilitarianism does not necessarily question individual rights, but it does prioritize the overall happiness or pleasure of the majority over the rights of the individual. In the scenario where violating the civil rights of a minority increases the sum total of pleasure of the majority, a utilitarian would argue that it is justified to do so in order to maximize overall happiness. This approach can be controversial as it may lead to the oppression or marginalization of certain groups in society. Critics of utilitarianism argue that it can lead to the justification of unethical actions if they result in the greatest overall happiness.