Impact of Westernization on Different Civilizations
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What does the author consider to be a charge against India?

  • Having tested and found true practices
  • Observing morality and attaining mastery over minds
  • Refusing to adopt any changes (correct)
  • Being uncivilized, ignorant, and stolid

    • What is the charge against India really a reflection of?

  • Lack of civilization
  • Unwillingness to learn
  • Cultural superiority
  • Merit and stability (correct)

    • What does the author believe civilization points out to man?

  • The need for Westernization
  • The path of duty (correct)
  • The writings of the men of Greece or Rome
  • The mistakes of Greece and Rome

    • What does the mind being described as 'a restless bird' imply?

    <p>It is constantly seeking more and remains unsatisfied</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Gujarati equivalent for civilization?

    <p>&quot;Good conduct&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did our ancestors set a limit to our indulgences?

    <p>To prevent unbridled passion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did our ancestors believe was largely a mental condition?

    <p>Happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did our forefathers dissuade us from luxuries and pleasures?

    <p>To prevent unhappiness among the rich</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did our ancestors believe was a snare and a useless encumbrance?

    <p>Large cities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did our forefathers decide that we should only do what we could with our hands and feet?

    <p>To prevent becoming slaves and losing moral fibre</p> Signup and view all the answers

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