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Explanation:
According to Peter Vardy, weak Anthropocentrism argues that humans are at the center of reality and it is right for them to be so.
Select whether it is True or False
It is false, strong Anthropocentrism argues that humans are at the center of reality and it is right for them to be so.
Explanation:
- Human’s positi on as the center of reality points to the all-important consciousness possessed by every one of us which is the only thing that matters. And because of that belief, as mentioned, it is right for them to do so. This philosophical stand places us above all other beings on the planet. The adherence to this principle believes in man's supremacy thereby creating an idea of the rightfulness to exploit everything.
Some negative reason behind Anthropocentrism:
- We are naturally greedy
- We are selfish
- We are competitive
- We are naturally aggressive
Some positive reason behind Anthropocentrism:
- We, humans, are special creatures on this planet.
- We are intelligent beings.
What we do on this planet is a result of the Darwinian theory of evolution in which the strongest species naturally dominate the weak.
We, humans, are godlike
Here are some obvious characteristics of Anthropocentrism:
- It has a disdain for weakness.
- It has no respect for anything.
- It is filled with arrogance.
- It is invasive.
- It is entitled
- It has no restraint.
This belief in human superiority explains the current state of the world right now, wherein people now think that the planet belongs to them and that its resources are there for our betterment regardless of how exploiting it would affect all the other creatures living here.
Here are some negative results of this system:
- The extinction of animals and plants.
- The displacement of native people from their land
- The exploitation and slavery of native populations.
Anthropocentrism,It is the reason for racism, occupation, enslavement, environmental devastation and everything else. Anthropocentrism can be clearly understood by referring to it as endless expansionism, this in spite of its impending demise.
What people who abide by this principle do not see:
- That the Earth is a community of different cultures, unique beings, and beautiful places.
- The planet holds an abundant supply of resources for everyone.
- That there are various forms of intelligence on Earth.