Question 1(a) · 176 words written
Q1a)
Opening · a definition
Moral Absolutism refers to innate sense right and wrong aspect of human conduct. This right wrong is absolute, rigid and unchangeable while Ethical Pluralism offers existence of various moralities and ethics under one umbrella.
| Moral Absolutism | Ethical Pluralism |
|---|---|
| 1. lacks Dynamism | Dynamic and evolving. |
| 2. Threat to diverse point of view → e.g. Countries diversities | → offers existence of various thoughts and Philosophies → e.g. Vasudhaiva Kutumbkam. |
| 3. Based on ethical egoism (self interest) | → Based on ethical altruism |
Body · points and prose
④ Moral absolutist → Scope for reforms Challenges reforms.
⑤ Biased towards → Gives opportunities men e.g. Patriarchy for all.
⑥ Hitler Moral → While Gandhi absolutist ji were follower of ethical pluralism.
⑦ Diverse society, ⇒ Promotes good countries & are in culture, Compassion conflict with this view
⇒ Some time moral ⇒ Charity follows absolutism is good ethical pluralism. e.g. Universal Principles
Close · a summary
of Truth & Love etc.
Both are Compass for decision making and guidance for human being.