Religion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a Hindu perspective (J625/10) - Dialogue between religious and non-religious beliefs and attitudes - Challenges for religion — OCR GCSE Religious Studies
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Religion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a Hindu perspective (J625/10) - Dialogue between religious and non-religious beliefs and attitudes - Challenges for religion explained
Religion, philosophy and ethics in the modern world from a Hindu perspective (J625/10) - Dialogue between religious and non-religious beliefs and attitudes - Challenges for religion covers 10 specification points, including Secularism as a mode of thought and being;… and The importance of the Christian religious…. Open a point below for its explanation and revision guidance.
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- Key philosophical and ethical concepts: Secularism as a mode of thought and being; Tolerance; Freedom of expression; Freedom of practice; Equality; The value of human life; Human right of self-determination
- The importance of the Christian religious traditions in British society
- Christianity as the established religion in a country of diverse religious traditions
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- The Monarch as Supreme Governor of the Church of England
- The role of religion in public life, including: Bishops in the House of Lords; Christian services to mark key events; Public holidays based on Christian celebrations; Church schools
- The concept of secularisation, including: The place of religion in a secular society; The effects of secularisation on religion; The rise of humanism
- Potential clashes between religious and secular values in education, including: Secular ethics and values in school; Faith schools
- Potential clashes between religion, tradition and secular law, including: Religious teachings and attitudes about marriage; Responses to forced, arranged and child marriage; Religious attitudes to equality; Potential clashes with equality laws
- Potential clashes between religious teachings and scientific development in medical ethics, including: Euthanasia and the right to die – whether enabling terminally ill people to die with dignity, which might be considered a loving act, is more appropriate than following the commandment not to kill; Abortion; Issues of genetic manipulation; The creation of life
- Learners should be aware of the justifications Hindus give for different views, attitudes and understandings, from the perspectives of different Hindu groups.