Philosophy Optional Paper 2:SECTION—A

Q1.Answer all of the following in about 150 words each: 10 marksx5=50

If caste discrimination has continuity and hierarchy, which principle of justice can dissolve this problem?
How does multiculturalism redefine liberal notions like identity, freedom and equality and reformulate its assumptions?
How do we distinguish Liberal humanism and Marxist humanism?
Explain the significance of John Austin’s theory of sovereignty. How does it differ from that of Hobbes?
Can we say that racial supremacy is the main reason for genocide? Give reasons for your answer.

Q2.Answer the following:

Which theory of punishment, retributive or restorative, do you recommend and why?20 marks
“One is not born a woman, but she becomes a woman.’ Critically comment on it.15 marks
By eliminating alienation can we bring social progress? Critically analyse15 marks

Q3.Answer the following:

Analyse the statement with reasons that “Power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely”.20marks
Whig are the basic differences between Gandhi and Ambedkar regarding caste system in India?15 marks
Discuss Amartya Sen’s principle of Niti as a critique of Nyaya.15 marks

Q4.Answer the following:

“All human rights are centred on individual rights.” Discuss.20 marks
Explain descriptive and normative perspectives on multiculturalism.15 marks
In what sense is democracy a better form of Government than theocracy?15 marks

Philosophy Optional Paper 2:SECTION-B

Q5. Answer all of the following in about 150 words each: 10 marksx5=50

If God is regarded as ‘One’, will it give rise to religious conflicts?
On what grounds, the dichotomy between ‘is’ and ‘ought’ can either be justified or rejected?
What are the arguments given in favour of the immortality of the Soul?
Can pluralist perspective vindicate Absolute Truth?
How do you justify ‘rebirth’ with or without the Soul?

Q6.Answer the following:

How far can religious morality incorporate individual freedom?20 marks
How do you formulate religious language as non-cognitive?15 marks
Can it be self-contradictory to accept the ‘idea’ of God but deny the ‘existence’ of God?15 marks

Q7.Answer the following:

Is evil reconcilable with the benevolent God?20 marks
Discuss cosmological argument for the existence of God, and show its merits and demerits.15 marks
Compare and contrast the concept of liberalism according to ‘Advaita’ and ‘Visistadavaita’.15 marks

Q8.Answer the following:

Elucidate the status of man in the realm between ‘immanence’ and ‘transcendence’.20 marks
Can reason be used to justify faith?15 marks
Discuss the conflicting nature of religious experiences with special reference to Buddhism and Jainism.15 marks