Question

Pick a suitable moral problem and write a proposal. A suitable moral problem is a controversial issue where reasonable people can disagree on the solution. Introduce the problem that you will solve and identify the two opposing solutions that make the topic into a suitable topic for an ethics paper

Answer 1

Negativity of human nature- A moral problem

Seeing faults and drawbacks in others reflects negativity and is an immoral part of the human life. Indian philosophical contributions have come up with some spiritual sort of solutions for such a moral problem.

The first medicine is to show the psyche an inward “Krishna” (black/ negativity/ faults) and not the outward “Krishna” (fault) to this “Krishna Bhakti” (devotion for black side/ negativity) soaked in the heart. The habitual inspector of the world perhaps considers himself faultless, rather innocent. Once this illusion fades away, the stings and claws of inspection of we human beings will take a halt.

The second medicine is silence. The first medicine was to avoid seeing “Krishna” (black/ negativity/ faults) in others. But knowingly or unknowingly if “Krishna” in others is seen, the second medicine is of utmost utility. This medicine may cause restlessness as side effect in the beginning. There may emerge a few sleepless nights. But this will turn into calmness. The life-force will convert restlessness into sanctity.

The third medicine is work. One, who works wholeheartedly, does not possess an unproductive critical acumen inside. The way a farmer realizes the significance of each grain, a lover of work realizes the value of each moment. Any emphasis on “Karmayoga” is insufficient considering its impact. But in the light of current discussion over “Krishna Bhakti” (Devotion towards negativity), it’s miraculously effective.

But, these solutions seem to be based on the faith in religious and siritual practices and hence may not be matching to contemporary organisations in the twenty first century. Another formal and professional solution is to monitor people and motivate them to bring such things in the light so that responsible people in organisations can handle it better.