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Flashcards: Ethics Thinker 32 Flashcards 
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Fill in the blank: Gandhi's concept of religion is fundamentally about the moral government of the ___ and the harmony of different ___ . |
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Universe; religions |
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What is the cornerstone of all religions, according to Gandhi? |
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The oneness of God |
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True or False: Gandhi believed that the pursuit of truth was not relevant to the struggle for national and individual autonomy. |
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False; Gandhi regarded the pursuit of truth as central to the Indian struggle for freedom and individual autonomy. |
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What was Gandhi's perspective on service to society as a means of connecting with God? |
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Gandhi believed that serving humanity was essential for realizing God, as he perceived all men as part of God's creation and emphasized the unity of life. |
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Gandhi believed that achieving noble objectives requires the use of ___ means. |
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Good |
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True or False: According to Gandhi, bad means can be justified if the ends are good. |
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False. Gandhi maintained that no good can follow from bad deeds, regardless of intentions. |
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What are the core principles that a Satyagrahi must adhere to according to Gandhi? |
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A Satyagrahi must adhere to truth, non-violence, honesty, moral discipline, and control of senses. |
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According to the philosophy of trusteeship, wealthy individuals have a moral obligation to ___ the excess wealth they possess. |
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Use it for helping the poor |
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True or False: 'Commerce without morality' means that businesses can operate without ethical considerations. |
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True |
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The sin of 'Knowledge without character' emphasizes the importance of ___ in education. |
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Character-building over career-building |
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The caste system is primarily a system of ___ rather than a division of labor. |
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Division of laborers |
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True or False: Ambedkar believed that the caste system is beneficial for social solidarity. |
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False. Ambedkar argued that the caste system is a hindrance to social solidarity. |
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What key steps did Ambedkar advocate for in order to address the issues of the caste system? |
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Ambedkar advocated for education, organization, and agitation to combat the caste system and promote social change. |
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Gandhi's ethical principles were heavily influenced by which four major sources? |
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Inner religious convictions from Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Christianity; struggles against apartheid in South Africa; mass political movements during India's freedom struggle; and the influence of thinkers like Tolstoy, Carlyle, and Thoreau. |
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True or False: Gandhi believed that there could only be one religion practiced on earth. |
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False. He believed in the theoretical oneness of religion but did not foresee a time when only one religion would be practiced. |
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How did Gandhi’s upbringing in a Hindu family influence his views on other religions? |
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Gandhi's upbringing in a Hindu family instilled in him a deep understanding of Hindu principles, particularly Ahimsa from Jainism, while also fostering an interest in comparative religion, allowing him to appreciate and respect the moral teachings of Buddhism and Christianity. |
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