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Morality and moral development: Traditional Hindu concepts.

Chhitij Srivastava1, Vishal Dhingra, Anupam Bhardwaj

  • 1Psychiatry Unit, Department of Medicine, MLN Medical College, Allahabad, India.

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This review explores moral development, examining modern theories and traditional Hindu concepts. It highlights how morality, influenced by genetics and environment, shapes personality and is relevant today.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychology
  • Cultural Studies

Background:

  • Morality involves differentiating right from wrong in intentions, decisions, and actions.
  • Genetic makeup interacting with environmental factors shapes moral development.
  • Understanding moral development is crucial in psychiatric literature due to its impact on personality and disorders.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review modern theories of moral development.
  • To examine traditional Hindu concepts of morality.
  • To assess the contribution of these concepts to personality development and their contemporary relevance.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of modern theories on moral development.
  • Analysis of traditional Hindu texts and philosophical concepts related to morality.
  • Synthesis of findings to discuss the interplay between cultural heritage and psychological development.

Main Results:

  • Modern theories offer insights into neuro-biological and psychological mechanisms of moral development.
  • Traditional Hindu concepts provide a framework for ethical conduct and personality integration.
  • Both modern and traditional perspectives underscore the significance of morality in individual and societal well-being.

Conclusions:

  • Moral development is a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and socio-cultural factors.
  • Integrating insights from modern science and cultural heritage can enrich our understanding of morality.
  • The study of morality remains vital for addressing personality development and psychological disorders.