pyq/2024/philosophy-optional-i/3

(a) Explain Russell's notion of incomplete symbols. Also explain how this notion leads to the doctrine of logical atomism. (20)

(b) Is the sentence "All objects are either red or not red" meaningful in the same way as "This page is white" is, according to the logical positivists? Discuss with arguments. (15)

(c) Among the rationalists, whose account of mind-body problem is compatible with the notion of human freedom and free will? Critically discuss. (15)