Superstition continues to shape social behaviour in many parts of India. Analyse the reasons for the persistence of such belief systems. Suggest measures to promote scientific temper at the community level.

Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. Q2. Superstition continues to shape social behaviour in many parts of India. Analyse the reasons for the persistence of such belief systems. Suggest measures to promote scientific temper at the community level. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question: Recent incidents where individuals …

Insights Weekend Debates Week – 4 Update

  Last week’s debate was also successful. Thank you all. Below is a PDF of views expressed by all the participants. Insights Weekend Debates – 3 (PDF) Topic for this week’s debate will be on Science and Superstition. Debate starts  at 6 pm.