The scientists said that James' 'sums' were correct and that there was no escape from the direct hit predicted by him. There was a
small chance that the comet might just graze the atmosphere of the earth and not collide. In that case, the loss of life and property
would not be total. However, that was hardly reassuring. Therefore, they decided to take some action.
Give one example to show how science has been misused, and has as a result been harmful to us
Give two or three examples to show how science has been useful to us.
Do you think ours is a traditional society? What are some of the things we do to be called traditional? Do you find these
things useless or useful?
Should a scientist's findings be suppressed if they seem disturbing? Give reasons for and against the topic.
Is Duttada's general outlook
(i) rational?
(ii) moral?
(iii) traditional?
Choose the right word. Say why you think it right.