Question

How is the switch from nature vs nurture to nature and nature as the route to understanding human development linked to addressing social justice and social policy issues?

Answer 1

It is one of the old age arena of concern where Nature vs Nurture is always a theme of the discussions and the serious debates.These two aspects of any life are very much interlinked,separating one from the other will never give us the crystal clear understanding about the growth and development of a person.The Nature has always depicted who we are through shaping and reshaping of our physical appearances and characteristics linked to our personality from the genetic levels;the nurture aspect has always shown the social upbringing ,social relationships,morals,values and how we are raised as the human beings where environment has a major role.If we ponder upon the genetic make up along with the social aspects of development we will realize that Nature has it's own channels to develop a living being from the fetus or foetus to a full fledged organism in a proper balance.

The development of an individual is so beautiful and well coordinated which gives us an insight about the process in which an organism undergoes the changes that finally shapes him into a life with culture,lifestyle,norms ,values etc.If we discuss the same into the context of ethical values and principles we will find that if everyone is developed through same stages where there is no discrimination through natures creativity ,then we have to take utmost measures and steps to formulate the policies which are based on the principles of equality,justice and welfare to all without any discrimination on the basis of color,race,caste,religion and culture.The policies planned on equality grounds will never give rise to any marginalization,poverty,ignorance,separatism etc.This in turn will help a nation and society to prosper and progress.