Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values.
6) Mahatma Gandhi fostered an attitude of encouraging multiple religious attachments in his discourse; in this context discuss what according to him constitutes practicing plurality? How can it be fostered?(250 words)
Why this question:
The article named ‘Recovering Gandhi’s religious vision’ discusses in detail Mahatma Gandhi’s religious views and the idea of religious plurality.
Key demand of the question:
One has to discuss in depth the idea of religious plurality as propounded by Mahatma Gandhi.
Directive:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you have to debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You have to give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
In brief explain what religious plurality is.
Body:
The answer body should have the following key points:
- Add a note on the importance of an identity. Religion in the diversified society like India and introduce Gandhi’s view on religion.
- Discuss on the various dimensions of Gandhi’s religious philosophy.
- In brief, elaborate on the present social conditions.
- Examine the relevance of the Gandhian religious philosophy in the present conditions.
Conclusion:
Conclude by reasserting significance of Gandhian philosophy of religious plurality.
