Module: | Kalam's Early Life & Maternal Lineage
Q22: Consider the following statements regarding Kalams belief in a divine power:
1. Kalam was firmly convinced that there exists a divine power in the universe.
2. He believed that this divine power operates independently of, and in direct opposition to, scientific and rational truths.
3. His spiritual conviction was a direct result of absorbing his fathers profound teachings regarding the cosmos and the relevance of prayer.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
2. He believed that this divine power operates independently of, and in direct opposition to, scientific and rational truths.
3. His spiritual conviction was a direct result of absorbing his fathers profound teachings regarding the cosmos and the relevance of prayer.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
✅ Correct Answer: B
🎯 Quick Answer:
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Kalam was convinced of a divine power, deeply influenced by his fathers teachings.Structural Breakdown: His conviction is dual-natured: it acknowledges the existence of the divine power (the belief) and attributes the origin of this belief to his upbringing (the source). Historical/Related Context: This reflects the broader Indian philosophical tradition where prominent scientists (like C.V. Raman or Ramanujan) often held deep spiritual convictions alongside their empirical work.
Causal Reasoning: Statement 2 is incorrect because Kalams entire life and writings, including Strong Roots, emphasize that science and divine power are complementary, not in direct opposition.
The divine power guides human endeavor, including scientific pursuits.