PRIME DIRECTIVE

As the right of each sentient species to live in accordance with its normal
cultural evolution is considered sacred, no Star Fleet personnel may interfere
with the healthy development of alien life and culture.  Such interference
includes the introduction of superior knowledge, strength, or technology to a
world whose society is incapable of handling such advantages wisely.  Star
Fleet personnel may not violate this Prime Directive, even to save their lives
and/or their ship unless they are acting to right an earlier violation or an
accidental contamination of said culture.  This directive takes precedence over
any and all other considerations, and carries with it the highest moral
obligation.