Assignment 1 Stm 22jan.docx

Assignment 1 Assignment 1 (Total = 15 marks) Write short notes on 1) Karl Popper’s views on what makes a theory scientific (250 words) (5 marks) 2) Thomas Kuhn’s views on how science progresses (250 words) (5 marks) II. In the recent past, some scientists in India have been concerned about the prevalence of what they refer to as “irrational practices” among people such as not eating during a lunar eclipse or hanging lemon and green chillies to ward off evil spirits. They call these practices unscientific and have been actively campaigning to stop the spread of such beliefs. A) Is there anything wrong with people engaging in practices such as not eating during an eclipse? Why or why not? (200 words) (2.5 marks) B) Would you support scientists’ campaign to eradicate such beliefs? Provide justification. (200 words) (2.5 marks) Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Read the questions and respond carefully. The assignment should be submitted on the 5th of February. The deadline is non-negotiable. Five marks will be subtracted for submissions made later than the deadline. Stick to the word limit that has been indicated against each question. Indicate your name and roll number on your answer sheet (failing which your assignment will not be evaluated) 6. Before uploading your assignment file, put your roll number as your file name (failing which your assignment will not be evaluated) 7. Upload your file as a .doc or .docx file. 8. Write authentic responses! Assignments will be run through a plagiarism checking software.