Topic: Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in-human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics – in private and public relationships. Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of Family society and educational institutions in inculcating values.
7. What do you mean by happiness? Discuss its importance in human and societal wellbeing. (250 words)
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
The article explains the importance of learning to seek happiness by limiting our desires.
Key Demand of the question:
Explain what you understand by Happiness and explain the importance of it in human and societal wellbeing.
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:
Start with the definition of happiness in general.
Body:
The answer body must explain that the world is facing unprecedented challenges, be it the pandemic, climate change or terrorism. Humanity’s well-being matters now more than ever. There is a need for a more inclusive, equitable and balanced approach to economic growth that promotes sustainable development, poverty eradication and happiness.
Give examples and explain the importance in detail.
Conclusion:
Conclude with importance of happiness.
