Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators;
4. What does this quote means to you? (150 words)
“Virtue lies in our power, and similarly so does vice; because where it is in our power to act, it is also in our power not to act…” ― Aristotle.
Difficulty level: Tough
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by explaining the literal meaning of the quote.
Body:
Write about the role of power and power can used to do both good and bad things. Also, write about inaction and how inaction can also be a vice. Substantiate using examples.
Conclusion:
Summarise by highlighting the importance of the quote in the present day.
