Understanding Social Responsibility
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What does it mean to be socially responsible?

  • Making decisions that only benefit oneself
  • Acting for the benefit of society as a whole (correct)
  • Recognizing that a person's choices and behaviors only affect the individual
  • Prioritizing personal gain over societal well-being
  • Who does social responsibility apply to?

  • Only organizations
  • Only workers
  • Individuals, workers, employers, citizens, professionals, and politicians (correct)
  • Only politicians
  • When did the practice of social responsibility start?

  • In ancient civilizations
  • During the Renaissance period
  • During the Middle Ages
  • After the Industrial Revolution in the West (correct)
  • Why is social responsibility considered an ethical framework?

    <p>Because it puts everyone responsible to act for the benefit of society as a whole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the start of the social responsibility practice?

    <p>The oppression of the working class by capitalists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as mentioned in the text?

    <p>CSR refers to the commitment of companies to fulfill social needs such as environmental protection, workers' welfare, and consumer rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the values of Islamic work ethics mentioned in the text?

    <p>Diligence, perseverance, precision, love, and welfare.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to uphold 'amar makruf nahi munkar' as a Whistle Blower?

    <p>To expose unethical behaviors or misconducts that happen in a society or organization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the organization's management in terms of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?

    <p>To assist the welfare and well-being of the community and the organization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to be responsible as a khalifah (vicegerent) according to the text?

    <p>To ensure every action taken is ethical without the need of supervision by external enforcement agencies or threats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Social Responsibility

    • Being socially responsible means being accountable for the impact of one's actions on society and the environment.

    Scope of Social Responsibility

    • Social responsibility applies to individuals, organizations, and governments.

    Origins of Social Responsibility

    • The practice of social responsibility has its roots in ancient times, but its modern concept began to take shape in the 1950s and 1960s.

    Ethical Framework

    • Social responsibility is considered an ethical framework as it guides individuals and organizations to make decisions that benefit society and the environment.

    History of Social Responsibility

    • The practice of social responsibility emerged as a response to the negative consequences of industrialization and the need for a more ethical approach to business and governance.

    Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

    • CSR refers to the voluntary actions taken by organizations to improve their social and environmental impact.

    Islamic Work Ethics

    • Values of Islamic work ethics include honesty, justice, fairness, and compassion.

    Whistle Blower

    • Upholding 'amar makruf nahi munkar' as a whistleblower means promoting good and preventing evil, which is a key Islamic principle.

    Management's Role in CSR

    • The organization's management is responsible for integrating CSR into the company's operations and ensuring that it is a core part of the business strategy.

    Khalifah (Vicegerent)

    • Being responsible as a khalifah (vicegerent) means recognizing that humans have a duty to take care of the Earth and its resources, and to use them in a responsible and sustainable manner.

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    This quiz explores the concept of social responsibility, focusing on how individuals' choices and behaviors impact their environment. It delves into the ethical framework that holds organizations and individuals accountable for contributing to the betterment of society as a whole.

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