A 'non-absolutist approach' has been a defining feature of ethical considerations in Indian society and its philosophical traditions. Do you agree? Justify your answer.
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India has been the land of philosophies which used various philosophical thoughts from Taoism to Hinduism.
[Non-absolutism in Indian Philosophy]
(i) Jain principle of (Anekantavada) → there are multiple truths & each is correct in its own layer
(ii) Buddhist philosophy of Madhyamaga → Avoiding extremes & achieving golden mean
(iii) Multiple Contradicting schools in Hinduism → Vedanta Isa Advaita (non-dualism) - 2>Advaita Isa dualism (monism)
(iv) Belief in Karma doctrine → a respondent basis system → belief in fatalistic Karma
(v) Absolutism in Islam → (c) Monotheism & (c) Objectivity of other goals
India is thus a land of diversity where absolutism & non-absolutism coexist, creating a vibrant belief system.
(iv) Shankara & Sapta Tradition → emphasis on personal salvation with god not dogmatic
Courses - Vedic - Absolutism both Indian Philosophy
(c) Ensemble of Non-violence in Taoism & Buddhism
(c) Ever agriculture banned
(d) Belief in Karma doctrine → a resilient basis system → belief in fatalistic Karma
(iv) Absolutism in Islam → (c) Monotheism & (c) Objectivity of other goals
India is thus a land of diversity where absolutism & non-absolutism coexist, creating a vibrant belief system.
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— Aryan Sirsikar · AIR 175
Conclusion
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- covers multiple philosophical traditions comprehensively
- provides specific examples from each tradition
- demonstrates understanding of Indian pluralism
Aryan Sirsikar
Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure
Constitutional Morality
Ethical traditions in Indian philosophy
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