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Q97: Consider the following statements regarding Jainulabdeen's philosophy of internal accountability:

1. Jainulabdeen taught that the true "enemy of fulfillment" resides within the individual's own psychological landscape rather than in the external world.
2. He advocated that a "fear-ridden vision of destiny" is the most effective psychological tool to appease this internal enemy.
3. The transition from seeking an external "go-between" to engaging in internal introspection marks the ultimate path to spiritual maturity.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A
Only 1 and 2
B
Only 2 and 3
C
Only 1 and 3
D
All 1, 2, and 3
✅ Correct Answer: C
🎯 Quick Answer:
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The enemy of fulfillment is internal, and introspection is the path to maturity.
Concept Definition: Internal locus of control is the belief that one has control over their life, as opposed to fatalism.
Structural Breakdown: The father outlines the problem (distress), the flawed solution (the go-between), and the permanent solution (introspection). Historical/Related Context: This philosophy taught Kalam that failures in science were not curses, but required introspection.
Causal Reasoning: Statement 2 is incorrect because Jainulabdeen warned against the fear-ridden vision of destiny.