Logical Reasoning - Statement and Argument - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Statement and Argument - Section 3 (Q.No. 16)
Directions to Solve
Each question given below consists of a statement, followed by three or four arguments numbered I, II, III and IV. You have to decide which of the arguments is/are 'strong' arguments) and which is/are 'weak' arguments) and accordingly choose your answer from the alternatives given below each question.
16.
Statement: Should religion be taught in our schools?
Arguments:
- No. Ours is a secular state.
- Yes. Teaching religion helps inculcate moral values among children.
- No. How can one dream of such a step when we want the young generation to fulfil its role in the 21st century.
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Ours is a secular state does not mean that religion and religious values should be eradicated. In fact, these inculcate moral values. So, argument I is vague while argument II is strong. Also, teaching religion can in no way hinder the student's capability to face the challenges of the 21st century.
Discussion:
10 comments Page 1 of 1.
Komal Sahoo said:
5 years ago
I don't think arguement 2 is correct at all rather arguments 1 and 3 are more strong because every individual has their right to choose whether they want to follow any religion or not and questions on religion should be treated with care as it may hurt many. Thus option E should be correct.
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Rubbal said:
5 years ago
Option C is correct.
Rahul Mazumder said:
7 years ago
If Religion has to be taught then all Religions need to be taught, which is not possible as conflicting views of different faiths shall confuse young minds. Given the current burning issue of "Religious Radicalisation", teaching various religion language at the same time is fraught with danger. Plus religious instruction at State-funded institutions is "Unconstitutional" as per Art. 28 of the Indian Constitution. Therefore, Option C should be the correct Option.
Shwetha said:
9 years ago
We often mistake religion for morality. Values, ideas and thinking are part of a culture. The state should not try to be the moral police and teaching morality in these skewed ways is problematic in its own ways.
ASH said:
9 years ago
School students can get moral lessons even without religious influences. We have a lot of short stories and moral stories which don't come under any religion and that should be the right method to teach students morality.
Srijit Bhattacharya said:
9 years ago
Does not matter we live in a secular state or not, teaching humanity and compassion for every living being on earth is our primary goal and that does not need to come under the banner of a religion.
Tiya Remee said:
9 years ago
This question is far too controversial for a logical reasoning test.
ILA said:
1 decade ago
Teaching religion is not acceptable. India is secular country which religion will you teach in school. Islam, hindu, or any other. Will it be acceptable to parents of the kids. NO.
Even if it hurts people's feeling but it's not correct for India.
Even if it hurts people's feeling but it's not correct for India.
Sampath said:
1 decade ago
We should encourage this is type of questions because it may hurts one feeling or religion. So according to me 1&3 are strong.
Swarna said:
1 decade ago
No this type of argument is really unacceptable. Teaching religions in school levels is not advisable. It is about one personal thoughts. Some may believe religion but some doesn't. So it is totally unfair to force religion in school. According to me only 1&3 holds strong.
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