Q7. “Prejudice reinforced by misinformation corrodes ethical judgement in everyday public conduct”. Explain this statement in the context of social stereotyping. Discuss its ethical consequences for vulnerable groups. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question
In the context of rising identity-based stereotyping and the spread of misinformation influencing everyday social behaviour, raising concerns about erosion of ethical judgement and social harmony.Key Demand of the question
The question requires explaining how prejudice reinforced by misinformation distorts ethical judgement through social stereotyping, and discussing the ethical consequences of such distortion for vulnerable groups.Structure of the Answer
Introduction
Introduce how ethical judgement is shaped by values like empathy and fairness, and how prejudice and misinformation weaken moral reasoning.Body
- Explanation of the statement by showing how stereotyping driven by prejudice and misinformation corrodes everyday ethical conduct.
- Discussion of ethical consequences for vulnerable groups in terms of dignity, psychological harm, social exclusion, and exposure to violence.
Conclusion
Conclude by stressing the need to restore ethical judgement through empathy, critical thinking, and shared moral responsibility.
