Introduction to Philosophy — DU B.A. (Hons.) Philosophy Previous Year Question Papers

1. What is meant by Philosophy. Discuss the importance of philosophy and its different branches. 2. Explain the key objectives and features of Indian philosophy as outlined by Puligandla in his general introduction. 3. Discuss the importance of social contract theories and criticisms levied against these theories with reference to 'What is Justice?. 4. What is the philosophical concern with the study of aesthetics? Discuss the nature of aesthetic experience and the criteria for the evaluation of art. 5. Define the traditional analysis of knowledge as "justified true belief." What are some classic problems with this definition, and how does Gettier address them? 6. Write an essay on DP Chattopadhyay's views on scientific temper with reference to "In Defence of Scientific Temper". FreT Fara 7. Explore and discuss the different theories of mereology (the study of parts and wholes) that Miller discusses. 8. Explain the major philosophical theories of justice described by Brooks. How do these theories address the questions of fairness and equality within society? 9. Write short notes on any two : (a) Nature of ethics (b) Philosophy as No man's land (c) Abstract objects