History · Historical Method and Historiography
UGC NET December 2023 History
'The craving for an interpretation of history is so deep-rooted that, unless we have a constructive outlook over the past, we are drawn either to mysticism or to cynicism.' Which of the following are correct? Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
- 1. It is an expression on history by David Hume
- 2. It reflects the opinion of Marxist historians
- 3. It is the opinion of F. Powicke on the interpretation of history
- 4. It is a quote used by E.H. Carr
- 5. It insists on a constructive outlook towards the past
A1, 2 and 5 only
B3, 4 and 5 only ✓ Correct
C1, 2 and 3 only
D2, 4 and 5 only
Correct answer: (B) 3, 4 and 5 only — The correct statements are 3, 4 and 5 only.
Explanation
★The correct statements are 3, 4 and 5 only.
★The line is the opinion of F. Powicke on the interpretation of history.
★It was quoted by E.H. Carr in his lectures on what history is.
★It insists on a constructive outlook towards the past to avoid mysticism and cynicism.
★The thought belongs to professional historiography, not to David Hume.
★It is not specifically a Marxist position, so the first and second statements are wrong.
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