This book presents a comprehensive analysis of ethics as a conceptual framework and as a guide to action in tackling the problems of modernizing societies. It examines the relevance of Gandhian approach to current issues like environmental crisis, social justice, and equity and harmony in society. INDICE: Foreword by V.M. Rao Preface Introduction PART I: ETHICS FOR A GLOBALIZING WORLD Gandhian Perspective: Its Essence and Some Applications Religion for Modern Times: Gandhis Ethics-centred Way Ethics and Development Ethics, Environment and Culture: The Paradox of India PART II: ETHICS: SOME PHILOSOPHICAL ASPECTS Interrogating the Idea of Justice Appearance and Reality HolisticApproach to Knowledge: Contribution of Bhagavadgita and Its Relevance to Social Science Research and Ethics PART III: ETHICAL FOUNDATIONS OF HINDUISM Humanism in Hinduism Ethics in Hinduism Bibliography Index
- ISBN: 978-0-19-807386-4
- Editorial: Oxford University
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 288
- Fecha Publicación: 07/07/2011
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés