Read the sources given below and answer the questions that follows-
Source A-Religious Debates and the Fear of Print
Print created the possibility of wide circulation of ideas, and introduced a new world of debate and discussion. Even those who disagreed with established authorities could now print and circulate their ideas. Through the printed message, they could persuade people to think differently, and move them to action. This had significance in different spheres of life.
Source B-The Reading Mania
The ideas of scientists and philosophers now became more accessible to the common people. Ancient and medieval scientific texts were compiled and published, and maps and scientific diagrams were widely printed. When scientists like Isaac Newton began to publish their discoveries, they could influence a much wider circle of scientifically minded readers. The writings of thinkers such as Thomas Paine, Voltaire and Jean Jacques Rousseau were also widely printed and read. Thus their ideas about science, reason and rationality found their way into popular literature.
Source C --- Print Culture and the French Revolution
Print popularised the ideas of the Enlightenment thinkers. Collectively, their writings provided a critical commentary on tradition, superstition and despotism. They argued for the rule of reason rather than custom, and demanded that everything be judged through the application of reason and rationality. They attacked the sacred authority of the Church and the despotic power of the state, thus eroding the legitimacy of a social order based on tradition. The writings of Voltaire and Rousseau were read widely; and those who read these books saw the world through new eyes, eyes that were questioning, critical and rational.
Source A-Religious Debates and the Fear of Print
Evaluate the effectiveness of Print in the transmission of ideas and cultures.
Source B-The Reading Mania
To what extent do you agree that scientific ideas were circulated through Print.? Give only one aspect.
Source C --- Print Culture and the French Revolution
To what extent did print culture create conditions for French Revolution ?. Cite any one evidence to support your answer.
Answers
Explanation:
They argued for the rule of reason rather than custom, and demanded that everything be judged through the application of reason and rationality. They attacked the sacred authority of the Church and the despotic power of the state, thus eroding the legitimacy of a social order based on tradition. The writings of Voltaire and Rousseau were read widely; and those who read these books saw the world through new eyes, eyes that were questioning, critical and rational.
Answer:
They argued for the rule of reason rather than custom, and demanded that everything be judged through the application of reason and rationality. They attacked the sacred authority of the Church and the despotic power of the state, thus eroding the legitimacy of a social order based on tradition. The writings of Voltaire and Rousseau were read widely; and those who read these books saw the world through new eyes, eyes that were questioning, critical and rational.
Source A-Religious Debates and the Fear of Print
Evaluate the effectiveness of Print in the transmission of ideas and cultures.
Source B-The Reading Mania
To what extent do you agree that scientific ideas were circulated through Print.? Give only one aspect.
Source C --- Print Culture and the French Revolution
To what extent did print culture create co
Explanation:
They argued for the rule of reason rather than custom, and demanded that everything be judged through the application of reason and rationality. They attacked the sacred authority of the Church and the despotic power of the state, thus eroding the legitimacy of a social order based on tradition. The writings of Voltaire and Rousseau were read widely; and those who read these books saw the world through new eyes, eyes that were questioning, critical and rational.
Source A-Religious Debates and the Fear of Print
Evaluate the effectiveness of Print in the transmission of ideas and cultures.
Source B-The Reading Mania
To what extent do you agree that scientific ideas were circulated through Print.? Give only one aspect.
Source C --- Print Culture and the French Revolution
To what extent did print culture create co