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What do this quotation mean to you in the present context? “Falsehood takes the place of truth when it results in unblemished common good.” _ Tirukkural (150 words)

Tirukkural’s quote, “Falsehood takes the place of truth when it results in unblemished common good,” highlights the ethical dilemma of whether the ends justify the…

What do this quotation mean to you in the present context? “Anger and intolerance are the enemies of correct understanding. “ – Mahatma Gandhi (150 words)

Mahatma Gandhi’s quote, “Anger and intolerance are the enemies of correct understanding,” emphasizes the importance of patience, understanding, and empathy in human interactions. This quote…

What do this quotation mean to you in the present context? “The true rule, in determining to embrace, or reject anything, is not whether it has any evil in it; but whether it has more evil than good. There are few things wholly evil or wholly good. Almost everything, especially of governmental policy, is an inseparable compound of the two; so that our best judgement of the preponderance between them is continually demanded. ” – Abraham Lincoln (150 words)

Abraham Lincoln’s quote, “The true rule, in determining to embrace or reject anything, is not whether it has any evil in it; but whether it…

With regard to the morality of actions, one view is that means is of paramount importance and the other view is that the ends justify the means. Which view do you think is more appropriate? Justify your answer. (150 words)

The question of whether the means or the ends are more important in assessing the morality of actions is a longstanding debate in moral philosophy.…

The crisis of ethical values in modern times is traced to a narrow perception of the good life. Discuss. (150 words)

The crisis of ethical values in modern times can be attributed to a narrow perception of the good life, which often emphasizes material wealth and…