History · Historical Method and Historiography
UGC NET December 2013 History
Consider the following observations relating to the Renaissance and select the correct answer from the codes given below.
- 1. The Renaissance was marked by a new kind of learning signified by a spirit of inquiry into every aspect of human thought.
- 2. More emphasis was given to man and humanism than to God and spiritualism.
- 3. The study of the works produced by ancient Greek and Roman scholars was not given importance.
- 4. The humanist movement which ushered in the Renaissance could not emancipate Western thought from the bondage of medieval Christianity.
A1 and 2 ✓ Correct
B1 and 3
C2, 3 and 4
D1, 2, 3 and 4
Correct answer: (A) 1 and 2 — Statements 1 and 2 are correct, so the answer is 1 and 2.
Explanation
★Statements 1 and 2 are correct, so the answer is 1 and 2.
★The Renaissance was marked by a new spirit of inquiry into all human thought.
★It gave more emphasis to man and humanism than to God and spiritualism.
★Statement 3 is wrong, for the study of ancient Greek and Roman works was highly valued.
★Statement 4 is wrong, for humanism did help free thought from medieval bondage.
★The Renaissance opened the way to the modern age in Europe.
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