Question

Which crucial principle is highlighted as a prime goal of Social Science education for promoting international understanding in an age of crisis?

• A. Nationalistic self-sufficiency.
• B. Technological dominance.
• C. Universal Brotherhood of man.
• D. Economic competition.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Universal Brotherhood of man.

The Scope of Social Science

• On the basis of the characteristics of Social Science enumerated above we are now in a position to define the educational scope of that subject of study.

• The scope of Social Science is defined by the range of content and experiences that are to be provided to the learner through its teaching.

Vast and wide as the world

• The scope of Social Science is wide as the world and as long as the history of man.

A functional study of Natural and Physical Science and Fine Arts

• The term Functional study indicates that whatever be the factual materials obtained from various areas of study, they must have direct and immediate relationship to the needs and interests of children.

• Social Science, Natural Science and Physical Science are different areas of study but they are quite inter dependent and inter related.

A study of current affairs

• When dealing with our current problems and issues a meaningful analysis of the past also becomes essential.

• Such scientific study of contemporary issues is of great value in Social Science education as all these focus towards a more equipped future.

A study leading to International Understanding

• The study of two World Wars convinced us the fact that the best policy for any nation is 'Live and Let live, to quote Jawaharlal Nehru.

• "The only alternative to coexistence is co- destruction." Universal Brotherhood' of man is essential in an age of crisis.

• Social Science possesses the required potential to lead children towards this prime goal.

Practical study of various resources

• Social Science as a subject of study is rich enough to give a good exposure not only to natural resources but also to human resources of different cultures and civilizations.

• Field trips to places of historical, cultural, geographical, economic, scientific and educational importance will give learners rich practical experiences that would add to their social efficiency.