Calicut University 2009 B.A Philosophy Supplementary – III : Ethics - Question Paper

ans any 2 ques.. every ques. carries 20 marks.
1. discuss the standard of morality as perfection.
2. State and discuss the theory of emergent evolution.
3. Rights and duties are co-related. explain.
4. explain the different theories of punishment. Which of these in your opinion is
the best and why ?

PART – B
ans any ten ques.. every ques. carries six marks.
5. Establish ethics as a normative science.
6. discuss the nature and scope of ethics.
7. Distinguish ranging from voluntary actions and non voluntary actions.
8. define Aristotle's classification of virtues.
9. define the nature and limits of casuistry.
10. elaborate the criteria of moral progress ? Are we progressing morallty ?
11. Point out the current relevance of medical ethics.
12. Distinguish ranging from want and appetite.
13. discuss Kant's theory of categorical imperative.
14. Is intuitionism a satisfactory moral theory ? provide reasons for your ans.
15. Do you believe that freedom of will leads to moral progress ? explain.
16. Distinguish ranging from ethics and metaphysics.
17. Briefly discuss the emotive theory of A. J. Ayer.
18. discuss the main features of reflective morality. elaborate its merits and demerits ?
19. Briefly point out the difference ranging from ethical hedonism and psychological
hedonism.
20. Write a brief account on legal regulations of Karma.

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