11 Questions
What did George Holyoake aim to achieve by coining the term 'secularism'?
Disentangle moral ideas from religious doctrines
What is a guiding principle of a secular world-view?
Morality is dependent on theology
What is a key belief of secular humanism as mentioned in the text?
Non-religious approach in worldly matters
What duty does the secular world-view emphasize in relation to philanthropy?
To advance morality through philanthropy
What governance system does the text suggest for ethical societies?
Republican governance
What does secularism reject as the basis of morality and politics?
Religious dogma and supernaturalism
Secularism involves the viewpoint that ideologies must be:
Thoroughly examined by each individual
What is the main basis from which human beings derive their moral codes according to secularism?
Utilitarianism and evolutionary ethics
Which of the following is NOT part of what secularism rejects?
Human reason
Secularism is described as a life stance that embraces all EXCEPT:
Religious dogma
Which of the following statements accurately describes secularism's approach to finding truth?
"Searching for truth through science and philosophy"
Explore the concept of secularism as a value for both individuals and the state, focusing on its different Western and Indian interpretations. Delve into the challenges of applying the Western model of secularism in the Indian context, recent controversies, and viewpoints of prominent figures like Ashis Nandy and Amartya Sen.
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