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Human Values
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Explain why superstitious beliefs and practices abound in India. In this context, discuss the importance of inculcating scientific temper to remove superstitions.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2019–2022
Family, Society and EducationHuman Values
We make a living by what we do, but we make a life by what we give. (i) Highlight the importance of value of altruism for a society. (ii) Discuss the role of education in imparting such values.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2018–2020
Human ValuesFamily, Society and Education
Given below are quotations of moral thinkers/philosophers. Bring out what they mean to you in the present context: (a) The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2019
Indian ThinkersHuman Values
You are appointed as the principal of a school, which is located in a backward district. A colleague brings to your attention that a group of boys indulge in smoking during school hours within the vicinity of the school. The same group has also repeatedly been caught consuming alcohol in the school premises. No form of punishment seems to be effective while dealing with this particular group. Upon investigation, you find that the boys belong to low-income families and have picked up the habits from elders at home and neighbours. The teachers are concerned about the effect it will have on other students. You also realise that this problem has to be addressed as quickly as possible. In this context, answer the following questions: 20 (a) Identify the factors that make young people take up such harmful habits? What is the role of educational institutions in inculcating right habits among the students? (b) How would you address the immediate issue? Analyse the options available to you in this regard. (c) How will you bring about a behavioural change among students in this case?
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Family, Society and EducationHuman Values
"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit." Elaborate this Aristotelian ethics with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
World ThinkersEthical Theories
Various studies have found out that cases of depression and mental illness have increased exponentially in the recent past. Also, in the age group of 15-30 years, this problem is further pronounced. Furthermore, the rising trend of suicides in this age group has been attributed to depression. Given the situation, answer the following questions: (a) Present an ethical critique of the prevalent societal attitude towards mental illness. (b) Given the magnitude of the problem among younger generation/young adults, analyse the role of the following: i. Parenting ii. Social Media iii. Video Games
20 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Human ValuesFamily, Society and Education
Discuss the importance of being a role model for achieving success as a leader. In this context, what do you think are the qualities that separate a leader from a manager?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Human ValuesCivil Service Values
Answer the following questions in not more than 150 words each: 1. Given below are two quotations. For each of these bring out what it means to you in the present context. (a) The golden rule of conduct is mutual toleration, seeing that we will never all think alike and we shall always see Truth in fragment and from different points of vision. Mahatma Gandhi.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Indian ThinkersHuman Values
Ethics plays an important role in sports. In this context, explain the importance of the virtues of fairness, integrity, responsibility and respect for sportspersons.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Dimensions of EthicsHuman Values
"I have learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not who does not feel afraid, but who conquers that fear." - Mandela.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Human ValuesIndian Thinkers
The highest education is that which does not merely give us information, but makes our life in harmony with all existence - Tagore
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Human ValuesFamily, Society and Education
Explain: 'A nation should not be judged by how it treats its highest citizens, but its lowest ones' - Nelson Mandela
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Human ValuesDimensions of Ethics