pyq/2024/philosophy-optional-ii/3

(a) Do you agree with the view that Aristotle was more successful than Plato in steering a middle course between ‘Statism’ and ‘individualism’? Discuss with arguments. (20 marks)

(b) On what grounds would you accept or reject the idea of capital punishment as an effective deterrent? Discuss. (15 marks)

(c) Is economic development a necessary condition, sufficient condition, both or neither, in order to achieve social progress? Give reasons and justifications for your answer. (15 marks)