Module: | Jainulabdeen's Routine & Austerity
Q51: Consider the following statements regarding Kalam's synthesis of his father's teachings with his professional life:
1. Kalam states that he tried to emulate his father in his own world of science and technology.
2. He believed that the empirical world of science must be kept completely detached from the spiritual truths revealed by his father.
3. By emulating his father, Kalam sought to integrate spiritual grounding with objective scientific inquiry.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
2. He believed that the empirical world of science must be kept completely detached from the spiritual truths revealed by his father.
3. By emulating his father, Kalam sought to integrate spiritual grounding with objective scientific inquiry.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
✅ Correct Answer: C
🎯 Quick Answer:
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Kalam emulated his father to integrate spiritual truths with his world of science and technology.Structural Breakdown: The synthesis involves taking a metaphysical input (fundamental truths revealed by the father) and applying it to a physical output domain (science and technology). Historical/Related Context: Dr.
Kalam's tenure at ISRO and DRDO was marked by a unique leadership style that blended rigorous engineering standards with deep philosophical empathy for his team, a direct legacy of this synthesis.
Causal Reasoning: Statement 2 is incorrect because Kalam did not detach the two worlds; he explicitly states he endeavored to understand and apply his father's spiritual truths within his scientific career, proving their integration.