What is the meaning of the term “Humanist” used during the Renaissance in 15th century Europe?
1. It refers to the masters who taught grammar and rhetoric
2. It refers to the masters who taught poetry, history and moral philosophy
3. It refers to the masters who taught subjects that were connected with religion
4. It refers to masters who emphasized skills that were developed through discussion and debate.
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1, 2 and 3
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 4
2 and 4 only
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UPSC CAPF – 2016
– Statement 2: Humanists taught poetry, history and moral philosophy. Correct. These subjects, derived from classical Greek and Roman literature, history, and philosophy, were central to the Humanist curriculum, aiming to cultivate virtuous and knowledgeable citizens.
– Statement 3: Humanists taught subjects connected with religion. Incorrect. While Humanists were often devout Christians, their focus was on secular subjects and classical antiquity, distinct from the traditional scholastic curriculum which centered on theology and philosophy from a religious perspective. They studied classical texts for their human wisdom, not primarily for religious doctrine.
– Statement 4: Humanists emphasized skills developed through discussion and debate. Correct. Humanist education encouraged critical thinking, analysis of texts, and the ability to articulate arguments effectively, often through exercises like disputation, drawing inspiration from classical methods.