University of Kalyani 2009 M.A Education in -I, al Philosophy - Question Paper

MA Part-I/DODL/University of Kalyani
2009
EDUCATION
Paper: I(Educational Philosophy)
Full Marks- 90
Time – four Hours

ans any 6 ques..

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.

Candidates are needed to provide their answers in their own words as far as practicable.

1. explain the nature of Indian philosophy and discuss how philosophy and education are interrelated. [10 + 5=15]

2. explain Vaiseshika school of Philosophy with its educational implications. [10+5=15]

3. elaborate the characteristics of Jaina philosophy? explain the impact of Jaina ethics on education. [8+7=15]

4. State the main propositions of Idealism. Consider the influences of Idealism on the aims of education. [10 +5=15]

5. "John Dewey was the greatest exponent of Pragmatic philosophy of education." discuss this statement and bring out clearly his contributions to educational thoughts and practices. [5+10=15]

6. Critically analyses the growth of Humanism as a philosophical thought and state its influence upon education. [10+5=15]

7. What is meant by epistemology? explain briefly epistemology of Nyaya School of philosophy with special reference to its educational implications. [5+5+5=15]

8. Liberty and equality are 2 great principle of Democracy. – How can we promote them through education? [15]

9. explain the educational philosophy of M.K. Gandhi. Comment on its impact on contemporary education. [5+10=15]

10. Analyses 'Logical Analysis' as a new movement in philosophy and state its impact on education.
[6+9]

Earning:   Approval pending.